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Benny Goodman

Date of Death: June 13, 1986 (77)

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1944
"Billy Rose Buys the Metropolitan Opera House!" Performer

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[Broadway, 1939]
Musical Supervisor

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Composer/Lyricist
Composer
Composer/Lyricist

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The Heavy Hitters Return To Chris' Jazz Cafe In November

Discover the November lineup at Chris' Jazz Cafe featuring The Heavy Hitters and more. Enjoy a month of captivating performances from renowned jazz artists in an intimate setting.
A WONDERFUL WORLD: SIMON TEDESCHI & FRIENDS To Be Presented At Great Synagogue

Join Simon Tedeschi and friends for an evening of jazz standards at the Great on November 5 and 6. Experience acclaimed performances hailed as 'true greatness' by the Sydney Morning Herald.
Review: San Diego Symphony Presents A Concert Of Works By Mahler And Larcher

What did our critic think of SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY PERFORM WORKS BY MAHLER AND LARCHER at the Jacobs Music Center? There were only two pieces on the San Diego Symphony’s program for the second weekend of the new season, the first after the renovation of the Jacobs Music Center. But one of them was Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, Resurrection. At about 90 minutes, it is one of the longest ever written. In an exciting performance such as conductor Rafael Payare led, no one was nodding off, or even tempted to glance at a phone. Though a phone did elude its owner for three muffled rings before the transgressing audience member got it out where it managed one last defiantly louder, but futile ring before stifled.
Michael Feinstein to Perform at The Luckman Fine Arts Complex's 30th Anniversary Gala

Michael Feinstein will perform a tribute to Tony Bennett at The Luckman Fine Arts Complex's 30th anniversary gala, featuring the Carnegie Hall Ensemble and the Luckman Jazz Orchestra. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wheeling Symphony Kicks Off 95th Season with the 'Legacy of the WSO'

Help the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) celebrate 95 years of music! On September 27 at 7:30 pm at the Capitol Theatre, the WSO will perform the Legacy of the WSO, the first concert in their 95th anniversary season.
Miró Quartet Announces 30th Anniversary Season Highlights In 2024-2025

Miró Quartet has announced their 30th anniversary season for 2024-2025, featuring concerts nationwide at venues including The Kennedy Center, The Clark Library, Music@Menlo, and Chamber Music Detroit.
Interview: The JLCO Kicks Off Jazz At Lincoln Center's 2024-25 Season with HOT JAZZ & SWING

The 9/19 to 9/21 concert welcomes the Grammy Award-winning composer, saxophonist, and senior scholar at the National Jazz Museum Loren Schoenberg back to JLCO. Read a Q&A with him about this exciting new concert
Interview: Elizabeth Bougerol Learns to Savor Life in APPETITES at Joe's Pub

Singer Elizabeth Bougerol will be gracing the stage at Joe’s Pub on September 18 and 19 with an all-new solo project, APPETITES. In it, she “examines the hunger that drove her to ditch her midtown cubicle and chase the dream of re-imagining classics by the likes of Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, and Peggy Lee in a 21st-century context.'
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " August 5 to August 11, 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 jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including jazz, gospel, a RENT reunion and a cabaret competition.
Rick Bogart Trio Expands Residency At Tio Pepe To Include Thursday Nights

The Rick Bogart Trio expands their live jazz residency at Tio Pepe Restaurant to include Thursday nights from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, in addition to their Sunday performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Randy Edelman Will Perform at Carnegie Hall's Judy and Arthur Zankel Hall in December

Mid Island Initiative Presents world-renowned composer/songwriter Randy Edelman who will be performing his show 'Waltzing on a High Wire' at the Judy and Arthur Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall on Sunday, December 8th, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET.
Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Reveals July 2024 Programming

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 1st - July 14th

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has announced jazz programming running at Birdland July 1st - July 14th.
Find Out What's Coming Up at Birdland June 24th - July 7th

Birdland has announced jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running Birdland June 24th - July 7th.
COMMON IS AS COMMON DOES: A MEMOIR Comes To Edinburgh Fringe

Experience a dance spectacular at the Edinburgh Fringe with COMMON IS AS COMMON DOES: A MEMOIR by 21 Common.
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With Rick Bogart & Tio Pepe

Join the Cinco de Mayo celebration with Rick Bogart at Tio Pepe Restaurant. Enjoy a night of Spanish jazz, Mexican flair, music, and dance on May 5, 2024. Celebrate and appreciate the rich Latin culture at this iconic West Village restaurant.
Shakespeare North Playhouse Announces Full Cast And Creative Team For TWELFTH NIGHT

TV legend Les Dennis stars as Malvolio in TWELFTH NIGHT at Shakespeare North Playhouse. Full cast and creative team announced for the run from 7 - 29 June.
Rick Bogart Trio Returns To Le Rivage

The Rick Bogart Trio, a renowned jazz ensemble, is celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month with a special live performance this Saturday, April 20, at Le Rivage, the renowned jazz venue located at 340 W. 46th Street in New York City beginning at 8:30pm.
Anna Sokolow And The Reimagined Roots Of Anti-Fascist Dance At The Library Of Congress - Now Available On Demand!

Explore the reimagined roots of anti-fascist dance with Anna Sokolow's performance at the Library of Congress, now available for streaming on demand. Discover the extraordinary find of handwritten scores by Alex North for Sokolow's dances.
Review: Daryl Sherman Gets Into the Swing with BORN TO SWING at Birdland

Daryl Sherman is honoring an early jazz legend at Birdland -- one songbird chirping about another. A relaxed show with vintage music and musical cohorts playing with her. The show returns Tuesday at 5:30 pm.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Benny Goodman been in?

Benny Goodman has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Benny Goodman been in?

Benny Goodman has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Benny Goodman written?

Benny Goodman has written 4 shows including Bubbling Brown Sugar (Composer/Lyricist), Stardust (Composer), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Composer).

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