What is playwright rice?

There are several playwrights with the last name "Rice," so it's unclear exactly which one is being referred to. Here are a few possibilities:

  • Elmer Rice: Elmer Rice (1892-1967) was an American playwright known for his socially-conscious dramas. His most famous works include "The Adding Machine," "Street Scene," and "Dream Girl." He won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1929 for "Street Scene."
  • Tim Rice: Tim Rice (born 1944) is a British lyricist and librettist who has worked on numerous musicals, including "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Evita," and "The Lion King."
  • Anne Rice: Anne Rice (born 1941) is an American author who has written both Gothic horror and erotica novels. Some of her most famous works include "Interview with the Vampire," "The Vampire Lestat," and "Queen of the Damned."
  • Christopher Rice: Christopher Rice (born 1978) is an American author who has written numerous thrillers and gothic romances. He is the son of Anne Rice and has collaborated with her on several books.