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Date of Death: March 09, 1996 (100)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Comedienne Rita Rudner to Headline Pepperdine University This December
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2017


Consummate comedienne Rita Rudner brings her trademark wit for an evening of laughs to Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre at 8 p.m. on Thursday, December 7 at the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra to Stage Groundbreaking Production of PELLEAS ET MELISANDE
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2017


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and Music Director Louis Langree have announced details of the final installment of a three-year exploration of Maurice Maeterlinck's 1893 symbolist play, Pelleas et Melisande, a collaboration with director, production designer and visual artist James Darrah.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra to Stage Groundbreaking Production of PELLEAS ET MELISANDE
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) and Music Director Louis Langree have announced details of the final installment of a three-year exploration of Maurice Maeterlinck's 1893 symbolist play, Pelleas et Melisande, a collaboration with director, production designer and visual artist James Darrah.

Cranky Comics Take Center Stage in Classic Comedy from Neil Simon
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2017


TWO legendary and cranky comics are being brought together for a reunion and revival of their famous act at the Old Mill Theatre this spring.

Rita Rudner Brings Her Special Brand of Humor to Scottsdale
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2017


Comedian Rita Rudner, who has charmed her way into the hearts of millions with her witty stand-up routines, sold-out tours, best-selling books and appearances on HBO and late-night television, brings her unique brand of soft-spoken humor to the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m.

Windham Theatre Guild presents THE SUNSHINE BOYS Fundraising Event
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2017


Windham Theatre Guild presents a very special fundraising production of The Sunshine Boys, for three days only, October6, 7 & 8 at the Burton Leavitt Theatre.The Sunshine Boys is Neil Simon's bittersweet comedy about two elderly vaudevillians who have a caustic relationship with each other and are coaxed out of retirement to do one more show together.

RAWdance Performs DOUBLE EXPOSURE at ODC, 10/26-28
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2017


After their sold-out world premiere at ODC Theater last summer, RAWdance returns next month in an encore presentation of DOUBLE EXPOSURE, the company's critically acclaimed program of duets representing more than a dozen West Coast choreographers. Double Exposure runs October 26 - 28, Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 - $35, and may be purchased online at odc.dance/tickets or by phone at 415-863-9834.

New Daytime Series PICKLER & BEN Launches Nationally 9/18
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2017


PICKLER & BEN, daytime television's newest “go-to” destination for the best in lifestyle and entertainment, launches nationally on Monday, Sept. 18.

Dolly Parton Crashes Premiere Episode of PICKLER & BEN to Surprise Kellie Pickler
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 15, 2017


Legend and icon Dolly Parton makes an unexpected visit to the set of PICKLER & BEN to surprise Kellie Pickler, co-host Ben Aaron, and Executive Producer Faith Hill for the premiere episode of their new Nashville-based talk show.

New Daytime Series PICKLER & BEN Launches Nationally 9/18
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 24, 2017


PICKLER & BEN, daytime television's newest “go-to” destination for the best in lifestyle and entertainment, launches nationally on Monday, Sept. 18.

Academy of Country Music Celebrates Artists, Musicians & More at 11th Annual ACM HONORS
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 24, 2017


The Academy of Country Music® presented the 11th Annual ACM Honors, an evening dedicated to recognizing the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the 52nd Academy of Country Music Awards.

DISENCHANTED! and More Set for Halloran Centre's New Theatre Series
by BWW News Desk - Aug 11, 2017


Today, the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum announced a new theatre series as part of the On Stage at the Halloran Centre programming. Three shows comprise this inaugural series that will run December through March 2018.

DM Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble to Perform Evening of Radio Shows
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2017


The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Today, July 18, at 7:00 PM.

People's Light Announces Headliners for World Premiere of LIGHTS OUT: Nat 'King' Cole
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2017


People's Light is delighted to announce the headliners for the upcoming world premiere of Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole by Colman Domingo and Patricia McGregor, slated to open the Theatre's season in October 2017. Emmy-nominated actor Dule Hill (The West Wing) will play Cole, and Broadway regular Daniel J. Watts will appear as Sammy Davis, Jr.

DM Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble to Perform Evening of Radio Shows
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2017


The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, Tuesday, July 18, at 7:00 PM.

Photo Coverage: Friars Club Pays Tribute to Barry Dougherty
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 29, 2017


Longtime communications director of the Friars Club was given a heartfelt Bon Voyage in the Milton Berle Room yesterday and many show business notables were present and in video to honor the man who has written most of the published words and history of The Friars for the last 25 years.  Barry Dougherty's words...

BWW Review: GOING IN STYLE at Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas
by Barry Lenny - Apr 28, 2017


Set in New York, Going in Style is based on the 1979 film of the same name.

BWW Previews: THE PAUL LYNDE SHOW STARRING MICHAEL AIRINGTON at Windows Showroom At Bally's Las Vegas
by Debbie Hall - Apr 27, 2017


Paul Lynde, the brilliant comedic actor, lives on to entertain audiences in "The Paul Lynde Show starring Michael Airington." Generations remember Lynde from his performances on Broadway and in the film "Bye Bye Birdie," his television roles including Uncle Arthur on "Bewitched" and comedian extraordinaire in the center square on "The Hollywood Squares."

The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts presents Mark Nizer 4D
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2017


Juggler and comedian Mark Nizer brings his family-friendly unique comedy, world-class juggling, movement, music, and technology to Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 23.

Joe Cassidy and Constantine Maroulis to Lead Gopnik & Shire's New Musical 'THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ROOM' at Long Wharf Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2017


Long Wharf Theatre, under the director of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Joshua Borenstein, presents the world premiere of The Most Beautiful Room in New York, a new musical with book and lyrics by Adam Gopnik and music by David Shire, directed by Edelstein.

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