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Vernon Duke

Date of Death: January 16, 1969 (65)

Birth Place: Parafianovo, RUSSIA

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Review: AUTUMN IN NEW YORK: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY Is a Crowd-Pleaser at Chelsea Table + Stage


At Chelsea Table + Stage, Klea Blackhurst 'Box Set' shows are continuing to draw crowds and bring smiles. Songs of Vernon Duke were on the bill in April, and May 5 will find her saluting Jerry Herman.

Interview: Klea Blackhurst Brings Broadway History to Life at Chelsea Table + Stage


Singer Klea Blackhurst has long been doing tribute shows rich in song and Broadway history. Now, starting this Sunday, April 14th at 7 pm, Blackhurst will be revisiting each of these shows in a season-long series of “The Box Set” at Chelsea Table + Stage, starting this Sunday with “Autumn in New York: Vernon Duke’s Broadway.”

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" April 8 to April 14, 2024


Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for cabaret, comedy, drag shows and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Patti LuPone, tributes to Chita Rivera and more.

Klea Blackhurst to Present THE BOX SET Series at Chelsea Table + Stage


CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present the return of Klea Blackhurst in “The Box Set,” a fantastic season-long retrospective of the celebrated theater and concert artist’s acclaimed shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW Is Everything a Tribute Show Should Be


Musical comedy history roared to life when Klea Blackhurst brought the songs and sass and stories of Ethel Merman. The tables were full, the stage was filled with energy at Chelsea Table + Stage. She's coming back there with a survey of songwriter Vernon Duke on April 14 and Jerry Herman later this spring.

Interview: Hershey Felder of HERSHEY FELDER AS GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE & HERSHEY FELDER'S GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK SING-ALONG at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley


BroadwayWorld chats with virtuoso actor/pianist/filmmaker Hershey Felder about his return to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley in his popular 'George Gershwin Alone' & 'Great American Songbook Sing-Along' shows February 7th thru 12th.

Stage West Opens Season With ONCE UPON A MATTRESS


How do you tell a real princess from a wannabe?  You’ll have a grand time finding out, as Stage West, in a co-production with Theatre TCU, presents the charming, classic fairytale musical Once Upon a Mattress, which begins a 3-week run on Thursday, October 19.  Learn more about the production here!

Listen: A COLLECTIVE CY: JEFF HARNAR SINGS CY COLEMAN Out Now


Discover the latest album release from JEFF HARNAR, 'CY COLEMAN.' Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and unforgettable performances of this must-listen project. Get your copy today and experience the magic of CY COLEMAN's music brought to life by JEFF HARNAR and his extraordinary musical guests.

Jeff Harnar's New Cy Coleman Album 'A COLLECTIVE CY' is Now Available for Pre-Order


PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American Popular Song, has announced that the new album from multi-award-winning concert artist JEFF HARNAR – A Collective Cy: Jeff Harnar Sings Cy Coleman – is now available for pre-order on iTunes.

Jeff Harnar to Celebrate New Album 'A COLLECTIVE CY: JEFF HARNAR SINGS CY COLEMAN' with Concert Tour


PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American Popular Song, will present the new album from multi-award-winning concert artist JEFF HARNAR – A Collective Cy: Jeff Harnar Sings Cy Coleman – on CD and digital formats on Friday, September 8.

Off Broadway Cast Recording Of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER To Be Released On JAY Records


Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.

Sydney Chamber Choir Brings WINTER NIGHTS CABARET to The Neilson


Sydney Chamber Choir defies the myth that choirs sing only church music with a warm, seductive and very secular evening of beautiful balladry and melodies at The Neilson ACO Pier 2/3, Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, with two cabaret-style performances at 5pm and 7.30pm on Saturday 24 June.

Listen: Matthew Scott's THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD Out Now


PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has announced the release of the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys. 

Exclusive: Get a First Listen to Matthew Scott's 'When the Earth Stopped Turning'


Get an exclusive first listen to Matthew Scott's “When the Earth Stopped Turning” off his upcoming album The Jesus Year: a letter from my dad.

Matthew Scott to Release Debut Album THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD


PS CLASSICS will release the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys.

John Brancy & Peter Dugan to Make Café Carlyle Debut in April


On April 20 and 21, 2023, at 8:45PM, Grammy-Winning baritone, John Brancy, and pianist and host of NPR's From The Top, Peter Dugan, bring an evening of entertainment and song to Café Carlyle.

Victoria Clark's DECEMBER SONGS FOR VOICE AND ORCHESTRA Out Now on CD


PS CLASSICS has released the second solo album by Victoria Clark, the Tony Award-winning actress who opened recently on Broadway in the acclaimed new musical Kimberly Akimbo. December Songs for Voice and Orchestra – a sumptuous reinvention of Maury Yeston’s beloved song cycle, is reimagined here by Clark and a 37-piece orchestra.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO Star Victoria Clark Sings Maury Yeston's DECEMBER SONGS FOR VOICE AND ORCHESTRA Out Today


PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has released the second solo album by Victoria Clark, the Tony Award-winning actress who opened last night on Broadway in the acclaimed new musical Kimberly Akimbo.

DECEMBER SONGS FOR VOICE AND ORCHESTRA Featuring Victoria Clark Now Available for Pre-Order


PS CLASSICS has announced that the new album December Songs for Voice and Orchestra – performed by Victoria Clark and composed by Maury Yeston – is now available for iTunes Pre-Order.

Victoria Clark Performs on DECEMBER SONGS FOR VOICE AND ORCHESTRA, To Be Released Next Month


PS CLASSICS will release the singular new album December Songs for Voice and Orchestra – performed by Victoria Clark and composed by Maury Yeston – in digital and streaming formats on Friday, November 11.

Vernon Duke FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Vernon Duke written?

Vernon Duke has written 22 shows including Yvonne (Composer), The Yellow Mask (Composer), Shoot the Works! (Composer), Walk a Little Faster (Composer), Ziegfeld Follies of 1934 (Composer), Ziegfeld Follies of 1936 (Composer), The Show is On (Composer), It Happens on Ice (Composer), Cabin in the Sky (Composer), Banjo Eyes (Composer), The Lady Comes Across (Composer), Dancing in the Streets (Composer), Jackpot (Composer), Sadie Thompson (Composer), Sweet Bye and Bye (Composer), Two's Company (Composer), The Littlest Revue (Composer), The Littlest Revue (Composer), The Pink Jungle (Composer/Lyricist), Zenda (Composer), Nashville New York (Composer), Taking a Chance on Love (Composer).

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