Lynn Riggs

Rollie Lynn Riggs (August 31, 1899 – June 30, 1954) was an American author, poet, playwright and screenwriter. His 1931 play Green Grow the Lilacs was adapted into the landmark musical Oklahoma!.

Lynn Riggs
BornAugust 31, 1899 
Claremore 
DiedJune 30, 1954  (aged 54)
New York City 
OccupationPlaywright, poet 
Notable worksGreen Grow the Lilacs (basis for Oklahoma!)
Notable awardsGuggenheim Fellowship, Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Hall of Great Westerners 
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