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Date of Death: July 11, 1937 (38)

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY

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Photo Coverage: Tonya Pinkins, Brian d'Arcy James, and More in BROADWAY BY THE YEAR 1937
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 12, 2013


The Town Hall just presented the first of four concerts of their acclaimed series BROADWAY BY THE YEAR last night, February 11th. The season begins with 1937, a year that witnessed the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge, the sudden death of George Gershwin, the Hindenburg disaster and a world on the brink of war. BroadwayWorld was there for the concert and you can check out full coverage below!

Wind Symphony Plays Severance Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013


The Ohio State University Wind Symphony - a nationally recognized student ensemble -- presents Made in America in Cleveland's historic Severance Hall at 7:30 pm tonight, February 12.

Brian d'Arcy James, Tonya Pinkins and More Set for THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1937 Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2013


The Town Hall presents the first of four concerts of their acclaimed series BROADWAY BY THE YEAR tonight, February 11th. The season begins with 1937, a year that witnessed the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge, the sudden death of George Gershwin, the Hindenburg disaster and a world on the brink of war.

Breaking News: ONCE Wins 2013 GRAMMY Award for Best Musical Theater Album!
by Robert Diamond - Feb 10, 2013


Beginning at 5 p.m. tonight, three hours before the main GRAMMY Awards show, the pre-telecast Ceremony will announce awards in 70 additional categories, including musical theater. It will be hosted by David Alan Grier, who is nominated for a Grammy for his performance in The Gershwin's PORGY AND BESS on Broadway.

2013 GRAMMY Awards Pre-Telecast to Stream Live Today; Tune In For Best Musical Theater Album & More!
by BWW Special Coverage - Feb 10, 2013


Beginning at 5 p.m. tonight, three hours before the main GRAMMY Awards show, the pre-telecast Ceremony will announce awards in 70 additional categories, including musical theater. It will be hosted by David Alan Grier, who is nominated for a Grammy for his performance in The Gershwin's PORGY AND BESS on Broadway.

HERE TO STAY: THE GERSHWIN EXPERIENCE Plays Sarasota's Van Wezel Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2013


The astounding musical legacy of George and Ira Gershwin can hardly be summed up in a news article. But, suffice it to say that Here To Stay: The Gershwin Experience, playing at the Van Wezel tonight, February 10, 2013, paints a beautifully deep and intriguing picture of the dynamic duo, and immerses the viewer in a concert environment that has not been replicated since the performance of the original orchestration.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 2/8/2013
by BWW - Feb 8, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 2/8/2013.

TexARTS Cabaret Series to Welcome The Studebakers, 2/22; Austin Haller and Kara Bliss to Play 3/8-9
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2013


The Studebakers, known for their beautiful vocal blends and swinging harmonies will appear as part of The TexARTS Cabaret Series on Friday, February 22 at 8p.m. Expect to rediscover those marvelous melodies from the 1920's, '30's and '40's in an evening that will feature such hits as, 'Mr. Sandman,' 'Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy' and 'Dream a Little Dream of Me.' The Studebakers have been a staple of the Austin music scene for over 20 years and are known for their fresh renditions of the classics made famous by the Andrews Sisters, Ella Fitzgerald, Louie Armstrong and others.

Florida Studio Theatre Opens BY GERSHWIN, 3/1
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 6, 2013


Florida Studio Theatre will open By Gershwin: A Tribute to George and Ira in the Goldstein Cabaret on Friday, March 1, 2013 at 7:30pm. By Gershwin will be an elegant and spirited rendition of the music from greatest songwriting team of the 20th Century. Tickets for this premiere music revue will be on sale through June 2, 2013 and can be purchased by phone at (941) 366-9000, online at FloridaStudioTheatre.org, or by visiting the Box Office.

Iris String Quartet Comes to Metropolitan Playhouse in March
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 6, 2013


Metropolitan Playhouse will present Iris String Quartet in a concert comprising Brahms, Gershwin and contemporary American composers.

Berkeley Rep Presents GEORGE GERSHWIN ALONE for 18 Performances in June
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 5, 2013


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced a limited engagement of George Gershwin Alone, a play with music that invites audiences to enjoy an evening with a great composer. This celebrated production plays two weeks only - June 8 through June 23 - on the intimate Thrust Stage. Tickets for these 18 performances go on sale today to Berkeley Rep's subscribers; the public can access seats beginning on Sunday, February 10. This special presentation features music by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin with a book by Hershey Felder. Starring Hershey Felder as George Gershwin, it has been staged by acclaimed director Joel Zwick.

HERE TO STAY: THE GERSHWIN EXPERIENCE to Play Sarasota's Van Wezel, 2/10
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2013


The astounding musical legacy of George and Ira Gershwin can hardly be summed up in a news article. But, suffice it to say that Here To Stay: The Gershwin Experience, playing at the Van Wezel on February 10, 2013, paints a beautifully deep and intriguing picture of the dynamic duo, and immerses the viewer in a concert environment that has not been replicated since the performance of the original orchestration.

The Jewish Museum Opens Barbara Bloom Exhibition, 3/15
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 4, 2013


Beginning on March 15, 2013, The Jewish Museum will present As it were ... So to speak: A Museum Collection in Dialogue with Barbara Bloom. Artist Barbara Bloom has devoted her career to questioning the ways we perceive and value objects. With a light touch and subtle wit, she divines the meanings encoded in the things with which we surround ourselves. The Jewish Museum invited Bloom to create an installation drawn from its 25,000 works of ceremonial, decorative, and fine art. Her presentation sets a selection of over 270 pieces in unconventional contexts, and offers visitors new ways to view the Museum and its holdings. As it were ... So to speak: A Museum Collection in Dialogue with Barbara Bloom will be on view through August 4, 2013.

Jewish Museum to Feature AS IT WERE...SO TO SPEAK Collection, 3/15
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2013


Beginning on March 15, 2013, The Jewish Museum will present As it were ... So to speak: A Museum Collection in Dialogue with Barbara Bloom. Artist Barbara Bloom has devoted her career to questioning the ways we perceive and value objects. With a light touch and subtle wit, she divines the meanings encoded in the things with which we surround ourselves. The Jewish Museum invited Bloom to create an installation drawn from its 25,000 works of ceremonial, decorative, and fine art. Her presentation sets a selection of over 270 pieces in unconventional contexts, and offers visitors new ways to view the Museum and its holdings. As it were ... So to speak: A Museum Collection in Dialogue with Barbara Bloom will be on view through August 4, 2013.

2013 Morning Melodies Concerts Now on Sale at Arts Centre Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2013


Arts Centre Melbourne's much-loved concert series Morning Melodies returns in 2013 to Hamer Hall and celebrates 29 years of popular daytime entertainment. Replicated in arts centres across Australia, Morning Melodies continues to present high-quality entertainment at an affordable ticket price. The 2013 program promises to thrill and delight audiences with 10 concerts by some of Australia's favourite musicians, which this year include songstress Katie Noonan, star of the new production Chitty Chitty Bang Bang David Hobson, and trumpeter extraordinaire James Morrison.

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Announces CHAN DT MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP, Summer 2013
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2013


Chanhassen Dinner Theatres' renowned summer theatre camp program, CHAN DT MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP, returns this summer with exciting new themes for youths and teens. Since 1994, nearly 11,500 kids and teens have learned about the magic of musical theatre as only Chanhassen can do it. CHAN DT MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP is an educational camp program that's also terrific summertime fun. Kids and teens, ages eight to eighteen, are given opportunities to explore a wide spectrum of musical theatre components including voice, movement, costumes, scenery, stage combat, improv and more -- all taught by professional members of the Chanhassen acting company, designers and choreographers making the CDT student theatre experience stand out above other offered theatre camp programs.

LA Chamber Orchestra Honors Supporters in 'Taking a Chance On Love' Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2013


Love will be in the air when the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) honors the generosity and dedication of long-time supporters Jennifer and Royce Diener (Santa Monica residents) and David K. and Kay Duke Ingalls (Santa Fe, New Mexico residents) at its annual gala, 'Taking a Chance On Love,' tonight, February 2, 2013, 6 pm, at The California Club in downtown Los Angeles.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 2/1/2013
by BWW - Feb 1, 2013


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 2/1/2013.

Cinnabar Theater Celebrates 40th Anniversary with MUSICAL GIFT BOX Series, Now thru 2/10
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2013


Cinnabar Theater in Petaluma presents a special 40th Anniversary event entitled 'Musical Gift Box,' a series of seven concerts presented with cabaret-style seating, over two weekends from tonight, Feb. 1 to Feb. 10, 2013.

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