The phrase "acclaimed playwright" refers to a writer for the stage who is highly praised and recognized for their talent and success in creating plays. Full definition
John Singleton, the youngest and first African American filmmaker to be nominated for an Academy Award ® for his work directing Boyz n the Hood, discusses his process, influences, and inspirations, from the work of acclaimed playwright August Wilson to pioneering directors Spike Lee and Federico Fellini. (onstory.tv)
In 2005, acclaimed playwright August Wilson died at 60 after a battle with cancer, but he left a staggering body of work behind. (entrepreneur.com)
It's yet another superior piece of «faction» from acclaimed playwright James Graham, the author of This House, Privacy and a forthcoming election - night TV play, The Vote. (totalpolitics.com)