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Date of Death: February 17, 1998 (76)

Birth Place: Atlantic City, NJ, USA

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FUNNY GIRL Aims for Bway Revival in 2011-2012; Sher to Helm
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 8, 2010


The new York Times reports today that Broadway producer Bob Boyett is endeavoring to revive FUNNY GIRL on Broadway with famed director Bartlet Sher (South Pacific, Awake and Sing, Light in the Piaza) at the helm. The pair are currently planning a six week out-of-town tryout in late 2011 in preparation for a swift Broadway transfer later that season, according to the report. This would be the first revival of the show on Broadway. Boyett currently secures the rights.

Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents SUGAR 6/3-8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2010


Following the resounding success of RAGTIME, Drury Lane Theatre continues their celebration of ‘the year of the Director' with Jim Corti's dazzling production of the musical comedy SUGAR which previews at Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, on June 3, opens June 12 at 8:30 p.m. and runs through August 1.

Review: 'Funny Girl'
by Mark Andrew Lawrence - Jun 2, 2010


The Civic Light Opera Company wraps up their 2009-10 season with an enjoyable staging of the musical Funny Girl, anchored by a performer more than up to the task of the role of Fanny Brice. * * * * 1/2 (out of 5)

Goodspeed Announces Cast Of CARNIVAL! 7/9-9/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 28, 2010


Two time Tony Award-winning Goodspeed Musicals is thrilled to announce the cast of Carnival!. This musical love story will run from July 9 - Sept 18 at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Conn. This production will be sponsored by Bank of America, Amica and Mohegan Sun.

Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents Benefit Performance Of SUGAR 6/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 24, 2010


Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, features a special benefit at the musical comedy SUGAR on Wednesday, June 9. The evening's festivities begin at 7:00 p.m. and include

Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents SUGAR 6/3-8/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2010


Following the resounding success of RAGTIME, Drury Lane Theatre continues their celebration of ‘the year of the Director' with Jim Corti's dazzling production of the musical comedy SUGAR which previews at Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, on June 3, opens June 12 at 8:30 p.m. and runs through August 1.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 19th, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - May 19, 2010


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Guy Adkins, 'Sugar,' Second City, 'Aftermath,' 'Fela!,' 'Glee,' more.....

Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents SUGAR 6/3-8/1
by Charlie Piane - May 13, 2010


Following the resounding success of RAGTIME, Drury Lane Theatre continues their celebration of ‘the year of the Director' with Jim Corti's dazzling production of the musical comedy SUGAR which previews at Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, on June 3, opens June 12 at 8:30 p.m. and runs through August 1.

Oakbrook Terrace's FUNNY GIRL Closes 3/7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2010


Rounding out their 2009-10 smash hit season, Drury Lane Oakbrook presents the 1964 classic Broadway musical comedy FUNNY GIRL.

Maureen Taylor Returns To The Met Room With TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2010


MAUREEN TAYLOR returns to the Metropolitan Room with her critically acclaimed new show: TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL 2 PERFORMANCES: *** SUN,FEB7 @7PM /*** SAT,FEB13 @5PM

Maureen Taylor Returns To The Met Room With TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2010


MAUREEN TAYLOR returns to the Metropolitan Room with her critically acclaimed new show: TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL 2 PERFORMANCES: *** SUN,FEB7 @7PM /*** SAT,FEB13 @5PM

Maureen Taylor Returns To The Met Room With TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 25, 2010


MAUREEN TAYLOR returns to the Metropolitan Room with her critically acclaimed new show: TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL 2 PERFORMANCES: *** SUN,FEB7 @7PM /*** SAT,FEB13 @5PM

GOODSPEED MUSICALS Announces Productions for 2010 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2010


Goodspeed Musicals, under the leadership of Michael P. Price, is thrilled to announce the 2010 musical season at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Conn. The 47th season includes three fantastic musicals that are sure to delight theatregoers: the fun and frolicking Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun will run from April 16 - June 27; the second production, Carnival! featuring such memorable classics as "Love Makes the World Go 'Round," will run from July 9 - September 18; and the Tony Award-winning How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying will run from September 24 - November 28.

February Performance Schedule at the Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2010


FEBRUARY AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM. Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge.

Maureen Taylor Returns To The Met Room With TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 20, 2010


MAUREEN TAYLOR returns to the Metropolitan Room with her critically acclaimed new show: TAYLOR MADE : BOB MERRILL 2 PERFORMANCES: *** SUN,FEB7 @7PM /*** SAT,FEB13 @5PM

Photo Flash: FUNNY GIRL at Drury Lane Oakbrook
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 8, 2010


Rounding out their 2009-10 smash hit season, Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, presents the 1964 classic Broadway musical comedy FUNNY GIRL. Based on the life of Ziegfeld Follies comedienne Fanny Brice, FUNNY GIRL will be co-directed by Gary Griffin and William Osetek.

Drury Lane Oakbrook Presents FUNNY GIRL 1/7/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2010


Rounding out their 2009-10 smash hit season, Drury Lane Oakbrook, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, presents the 1964 classic Broadway musical comedy FUNNY GIRL.

Oakbrook Terrace Opens The Classic Musical Comedy FUNNY GIRL, 1/7
by BWW News Desk - Jan 7, 2010


Rounding out their 2009-10 smash hit season, Drury Lane Oakbrook presents the 1964 classic Broadway musical comedy FUNNY GIRL.

Gary Griffin-Helmed FUNNY GIRL Opens at Oakbrook Terrace Tonight, 12/31
by BWW News Desk - Dec 31, 2009


Rounding out their 2009-10 smash hit season, Drury Lane Oakbrook presents the 1964 classic Broadway musical comedy FUNNY GIRL.

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