William Strauss

William Strauss
Born(1947-12-05)December 5, 1947
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
DiedDecember 18, 2007(2007-12-18) (aged 60)
Alma materHarvard University
Occupations
  • author
  • playwright
  • theatre director
  • lecturer
Known forStrauss–Howe generational theory, Capitol Steps, Cappies

William Strauss (December 5, 1947 – December 18, 2007) was an American author, playwright, theater director, and lecturer. As an author, he is known for his work with Neil Howe on social generations and for Strauss–Howe generational theory. He is also known as the co-founder and director of the satirical musical theater group the Capitol Steps, and as the co-founder of the Cappies, a critics and awards program for high school theater students.