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Date of Death: June 25, 1976 (66)

Birth Place: Savannah, GA, USA

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Boca Raton Theatre Guild to Present MARILYN: FOREVER BLONDE, 1/9-11
by Carol Kassie - Dec 5, 2013


A photo shoot in the summer of 1962. As screen icon Marilyn Monroe poses for her photographer she finds herself wondering what it might be like if she had it to do all over again. In Marilyn: Forever Blonde, the legendary actress reveals much of what we know - but even more about what we don't know - of the roller coaster ride she took from the orphanage to the silver screen. It is a fascinating and provocative journey.

Regis Philbin Returns as Host of SiriusXM's 'Bing Crosby Christmas Radio'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 4, 2013


SiriusXM today announced that legendary entertainer Regis Philbin, host of FOX Sports' 'Crowd Goes Wild,' will return as the host of SiriusXM's 'Bing Crosby Christmas Radio,' a limited-run 24/7 holiday channel devoted to the American entertainment icon synonymous with classic holiday entertainment.

Kara Mikula to Star in CLO Cabaret's JUDGE JACKIE JUSTICE Musical; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2013


Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast for the WORLD PREMIERE of the hysterical original musical comedy Judge Jackie Justice, which will run January 31 through April 27 at the CLO Cabaret.

Michael Kooman & Christopher Dimond Honored with 2013 Fred Ebb Award Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2013


The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company presents the ninth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond. The award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, is presented by Joel Grey tonight, December 2nd from 6-8pm at a by-invitation-only ceremony in the Penthouse Lounge of The American Airlines Theater.

Photo Flash: Deborah Cox, Jessica Burrows Van Kipp, Veanne Cox & More Join Jonathan Brielle for I SAW BROADWAY at Birdland
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 29, 2013


The Broadway at Birdland concert series recently featured Jonathan Brielle's I Saw Broadway on Monday, November 25. Composer Brielle's very special musical guests included Deborah Cox, Jessica Burrows Van Kipp, Veanne Cox, Rose Hemingway and Ken Prymus. Check out a look back below!

In the Spotlight Series: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER's Steven Lutvak
by Walter McBride - Nov 28, 2013


Below you can check out photos of composer/lyricist Steven Lutvak in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

Deborah Cox and More Join Jonathan Brielle in I SAW BROADWAY at Birdland Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 25, 2013


Jonathan Brielle and Friends will bring 'I Saw Broadway' to Birdland, featuring Deborah Cox, Matt Bogart, Veanne Cox, Rose Hemingway and Ken Prymus. The Broadway at Birdland concert series presents Jonathan Brielle's I Saw Broadway tonight, November 25 at 7pm.

Tommy Tune Debuts Solo Cabaret TAPS, TUNES AND TALL TALES at NJPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 24, 2013


NJPAC welcomes Broadway's quintessential actor, dancer, singer, theatre director, producer, and choreographer, Tommy Tune, for his first solo cabaret show, Taps, Tunes and Tall Tales. NJPAC's Chase Room will host the 9-time Tony award winner tonight, November 24th at 3pm as he takes an autobiographical stroll through his vast career featuring renditions of standards by Irving Berlin, Kurt Weill, Cole Porter, and many more.

Jessica Burrows Van Kipp to Join Jonathan Brielle for I SAW BROADWAY at Birdland, 11/25
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 21, 2013


Jessica Burrows Van Kipp will join Jonathan Brielle & Friends In I Saw Broadway on Monday, November 25 at 7pm. The night also features Deborah Cox, Matt Bogart, Veanne Cox, Rose Hemingway, and Ken Prymus.

A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to MetroStage, Now thru 12/22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2013


Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin has announced A Broadway Christmas Carol, created by Kathy Feininger, will return to MetroStage for a fourth season for the holidays tonight, Nov. 21-Dec. 22. It has been produced the past three seasons and has become a holiday tradition here at MetroStage. Prior to 2009, it had played to sold out houses at Round House Theatre in Silver Spring, Maryland, for seven consecutive years ending in 2004.

John McDaniel Directs COME FLY WITH ME, Starring Jeff Harnar, Linda Hart and More Tonight at 54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2013


54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Cabaret and Broadway favorites Jeff Harnar, Linda Hart, Nicolas King and Jennifer Sheehan in 'COME FLY WITH ME' tonight, November 21, 2013.

The Boca Raton Theatre Guild Opens MARILYN: FOREVER BLONDE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2013


A photo shoot in the summer of 1962. As screen icon Marilyn Monroe poses for her photographer she finds herself wondering what it might be like if she had it to do all over again. In Marilyn: Forever Blonde, the legendary actress reveals much of what we know - but even more about what we don't know - of the roller coaster ride she took from the orphanage to the silver screen. It is a fascinating and provocative journey.

Grammy Winner HERB ALPERT Releases New Jazz Album STEPPIN' OUT Today
by Christina Raquel - Nov 19, 2013


Grammy-winning jazz great Herb Alpert is Steppin' Out today, November 19 with a new album on Shout! Factory.

A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to MetroStage, 11/21-12/22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2013


Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin has announced A Broadway Christmas Carol, created by Kathy Feininger, will return to MetroStage for a fourth season for the holidays Nov. 21-Dec. 22. It has been produced the past three seasons and has become a holiday tradition here at MetroStage. Prior to 2009, it had played to sold out houses at Round House Theatre in Silver Spring, Maryland, for seven consecutive years ending in 2004.

Tommy Tune to Debut Solo Cabaret TAPS, TUNES AND TALL TALES at NJPAC, 11/24
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2013


NJPAC welcomes Broadway's quintessential actor, dancer, singer, theatre director, producer, and choreographer, Tommy Tune, for his first solo cabaret show, Taps, Tunes and Tall Tales. NJPAC's Chase Room will host the 9-time Tony award winner on Sunday, November 24th at 3pm as he takes an autobiographical stroll through his vast career featuring renditions of standards by Irving Berlin, Kurt Weill, Cole Porter, and many more.

Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond to Be Honored with 2013 Fred Ebb Award, 12/2
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2013


The Fred Ebb Foundation (Mitchell Bernard, Trustee) in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) will present the ninth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to Michael Kooman and Christopher Dimond. The award, named in honor of the late award-winning lyricist Fred Ebb, will be presented by Joel Grey on Monday, December 2nd from 6-8pm at a by-invitation-only ceremony in the Penthouse Lounge of The American Airlines Theater.

Miles Davis' Original Mono Recordings Issued for First Time Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2013


Nine of Miles Davis' earliest albums on Columbia Records, encompassing music that he recorded for the label in monaural sound from 1956 to 1961 (and released from 1957 to 1964), will be issued together on CD for the first time as Miles Davis:The Original Mono Recordings. This historic box set, comprising nine CDs in mini-LP replica jackets, will be available everywhere today, November 12, 2013 through Columbia/Legacy, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.

Deborah Cox and More to Join Jonathan Brielle in I SAW BROADWAY at Birdland, 11/25
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2013


Jonathan Brielle and Friends will bring 'I Saw Broadway' to Birdland, featuring Deborah Cox, Matt Bogart, Veanne Cox, Rose Hemingway and Ken Prymus. The Broadway at Birdland concert series will present Jonathan Brielle's I Saw Broadway on Monday, November 25 at 7pm.

Photo Coverage: Christine Ebersole Performs with Aaron Weinstein Trio at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 12, 2013


Two-time Tony-winner Christine Ebersole (Grey Gardens, 42nd Street) just made her 54 Below debut, joined by the Aaron Weinstein Trio. Christine celebrated the release of her brand new CD, Strings Attached with classic standards from the 20's though the 40's including songs by legends like Fats Waller, Cole Porter, Johnny Mercer and George Gershwin. Check out photos from her performance below!

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