John Maxwell (writer)
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John Maxwell (July 12, 1944) is a writer and performer from Jackson, Mississippi. He is best known for his portrayal of William Faulkner in Oh, Mr. Faulkner, Do You Write?, a one-man theatrical piece co-written with Tom Dupree. Maxwell has performed this play steadily since its world premiere at Jackson's New Stage Theatre in 1981. It appeared as a film, directed by Jimbo Barnett, in 2006.
Maxwell spoke at the May 1, 2005 rededication of Rowan Oak, William Faulkner's home in Oxford, Mississippi that is operated as a museum by the University of Mississippi.
In 2006, he received the "Best Actor" Award at the Atlanta Film Festival for the film version of "Oh, Mr Faulkner, Do You Write?"
[edit] References
- John Maxwell, The Mississippi Writers and Musicians Project
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