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Date of Death: August 01, 1919 (72)

Birth Place: Sceczin

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Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2024

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.

Theatre Now Hosts Master Class With Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024

Theatre Now's next Industry Night will be held on Monday, November 25th at 6:30pm, featuring a Master Class with Tony-winning writing team Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

Review: COCKEYED OPTIMIST Celebrates Hammerstein at 92NY
by Rob Lester - Nov 2, 2024

Songs with lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein from musical theatre gems were celebrated and sung and discussed at 92NY in a fine Lyrics and Lyricists concert, COCKEYED OPTIMIST concert at The 92nd Street Y, New York. The concert kicked off L&L's 2024-25 season which continues next month with a tribute to activist Nina Simone.

Cast Set For SHOW/BOAT: A RIVER at NYU Skirball
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2024

Casting has been announced for the Obie Award-winning Target Margin Theater’s world premiere production of Show/Boat: A River, presented by NYU Skirball in partnership with the 2025 Under the Radar Festival, running January 9–26, 2025 at NYU Skirball.

Video: Third Reprise Releases Re-Imagined 'Some Enchanted Evening'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2024

Third Reprise, in partnership with Rodgers & Hammerstein, released a reimagined, soul-filled take on “Some Enchanted Evening” to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific. Watch the video here!

Michael Urie to Host The York Theatre Company Gala; Andrew Rannells & More Join
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024

The York Theatre Company has revealed the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Bernadette Peters and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Oct. 21 to Oct. 27, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 21, 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 the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.

Jon Robyns Joins Cast of FIGARO: AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL at the London Palladium
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 19, 2024

Creators Ashley Jana and Will Nunziata and their Tony Award® and GRAMMY Award winning producing team have announced that West End leading man Jon Robyns will play the title role in Figaro: An Original Musical at the iconic London Palladium.

Review: THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW at Theatre 29
by Charlie Thomas - Oct 19, 2024

What did our critic think of THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW at Theatre 29?

Discover the Story of Edna Ferber's Novel in New Book GIANT LOVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2024

Discover the story behind Edna Ferber's novel 'Giant' and its transformation into a classic film in GIANT LOVE, authored by Julie Gilbert. Learn more about the book and see how to purchase.

The Blue Hill Troupe Will Perform Rodgers and Hammerstein's CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024

The Blue Hill Troupe, New York City’s only philanthropic musical theater group, will kick off its 101st season with Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

Review: COME ALIVE! THE GREATEST SHOWMAN CIRCUS SPECTACULAR, Empress Museum
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 17, 2024

Based on the 2017 hit film about PT Barnum, Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is an immersive mishmash of circus, story and song that somehow manages to do a disservice to all three.

Cast Set For RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Theatre Latte Da
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

The full cast has been announced for RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA at Theatre Latte Da, with music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Based on the new book by Douglas Carter Beane, with the original book by Oscar Hammerstein II. 

Isabelle Huppert & More to be Featured in NYU Skirball Winter/Spring 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2024

NYU Skirball’s Winter/Spring 2025 season will feature Robert Wilson, Isabelle Huppert, Florentina Holzinger, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: COME ALIVE! Creative Director Simon Hammerstein: 'Our Production Absolutely Would Not Work in a Traditional Theatre'
by Franco Milazzo - Oct 11, 2024

This month sees the grand arrival of Come Alive!, a live blend of circus and musical theatre inspired by the 2017 film The Greatest Showman.

Zecher & Zecher-Ross' FAMILY MATTERS, Celebrating Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel, to Return to Don't Tell Mama
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

After two sold-out performances in April, MAC Award Nominee Deborah Zecher and her son, NYC music director and conductor, Joshua Zecher-Ross bring their new cabaret show FAMILY MATTERS: A Celebration of All Things Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel back to Don't Tell Mama on Sunday, October 27 at 1 pm and Tuesday, November 26 at 7 pm.

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs to Honor Rodgers & Hammerstein With SHOWSTOPPERS Concert
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2024

For this 90-minute concert Sydney Philharmonia Choirs Artistic Director Brett Weymark OAM has curated an irresistible program of Rodgers & Hammerstein favourites including ‘Do-Re-Mi’, ‘Edelweiss’, ‘Some Enchanted Evening’ ‘I Whistle A Happy Tune’ and ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain.’

SHOW/BOAT:A RIVER Comes to NYU Skirball in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024

NYU Skirball will present the Obie Award-winning Target Margin Theater’s world premiere production of Show/Boat: A River, a daring reconsideration of the seminal musical Show Boat, running January 9–26, 2025 at NYU Skirball, with an opening set for Wednesday, January 15. 

Pittsburgh CLO Announces Passing of Charlie Gray, Former Executive Director
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.

Justin Guarini, Christy Altomare and Hugh Panaro Join Hammerstein Museum's OH, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL EVENIN'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024

Hammerstein Museum will host 'Oh, What a Beautiful Evenin' ' Broadway Gala on October 21 at The Inn At Barley Sheaf Farm in Buckingham, Pennsylvania.

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