John Bowab (born December 22, 1933) is an American theatre director and television director.

John Bowab
Born (1933-12-22) December 22, 1933 (age 90)
Occupation(s)Theatre director, television director
Years active1966–2008

Early life

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Bowab was born to a Syrian immigrant family, and grew up in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.[1]

Career

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Bowab began his career in theatre, directing a number of stage productions, such as Mame (1983), The Night of the Hunter (2003),[2] and most recently 70, Girls, 70 (2010).[3]

In the late 1970s, he moved on to television, amassing a number of directing credits. Some of these include The Cosby Show, Benson, Bosom Buddies, Gimme a Break!, Small Wonder, Making a Living, Full House, Who's the Boss?, The Facts of Life, Family Matters, Double Trouble, Too Close for Comfort, Ellen, among other series.

References

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  1. ^ "John Bowab '55 – Directing stage and screen". PC News. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
  2. ^ John Bowab at Brodwayworld.com
  3. ^ John Bowab Directs Girls, MTG’s 15th Season Opener by Lee Melville, September 20, 2010 of LA Stage Times.com
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