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Date of Death: June 25, 1976 (66)

Birth Place: Savannah, GA, USA

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Sony Masterworks Teams with TCM to Present New Mario Lanza Collection
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 20, 2013

In conjunction with Turner Classic Movies (TCM), Sony Masterworks is proud to present The Toast of Hollywood, a new 2-CD set celebrating legendary tenor Mario Lanza's extraordinary film and recording career, available on August 27, 2013.

Christine Pedi, Judy Carmichael & More Set for Stamford's PERFECT PAIRS AT THE PALACE Series
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 15, 2013

"I wanted to launch A Broadway/Cabaret/Jazz Series with something a little special," said organizer and host of the event, Lynn DiMenna. "'Perfect Pairs at The Palace' teams up some of the best entertainers in the different genres which will bring something unexpected and exciting to the mix that I think our audiences will love!" This fall Courtyard by Marriott Stamford presents A Broadway/Cabaret/Jazz Series "Perfect Pairs at The Palace." This exciting new series will feature the very best dynamic duos in Broadway, Cabaret and Jazz performing in an intimate setting on the HARMAN Stage on four evenings throughout the fall and winter. This series is made possible through the generosity of Presenting Sponsor Courtyard by Marriott Stamford and supporting sponsor Norman Drubner.

Milwaukee Rep Presents I LEFT MY HEART: A SALUTE TO THE MUSIC OF TONY BENNETT, 8/23
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 14, 2013

Called "the greatest singer in the world" by Frank Sinatra, the always charming, classy and debonair Tony Bennett crooned his way into the heart of America. In this sexy musical revue, three superb male singers perform an anthology of Bennett's best work - from "Rags to Riches" to "Put On a Happy Face" to the title track and many more - celebrating more than six decades of remarkable music in this swingin' walk down memory lane. David Grapes and Todd Olson are co-creators for the production; Todd Olson will also be directing The Rep's production. Original piano and vocal arrangements for I Left My Heart are by Vince di Mura. The cast features singers Eric Jon Mahlum, Andrew McMath and Rob Tucker, all making their Rep debuts, and Richard Carsey, well-known to Milwaukee audiences from his years with Skylight Music Theatre, will accompany them on piano. Carsey is also the Music Director for the production. I Left My Heart: A Salute to the Music of Tony Bennett runs in the Stackner Cabaret from August 23 - October 20 and opens Sunday, August 25.

Kritzerland Presents THE MUSIC MEN - The Songs of Meredith Willson & Gene de Paul Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2013

Our 36th Kritzerland show is devoted to the brilliant songs of Meredith Willson and Gene de Paul. Producer Bruce Kimmel has recorded many songs by each and is thrilled to do an entire evening of their wonderful material. Meredith Willson, of course, gave Broadway one of its most enduring hits, THE MUSIC MAN, a musical filled with one amazing song after another, several of which we'll be doing. He also wrote the Broadway and film hit, THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, HERE'S LOVE (based on MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET), and a musical about Christopher Columbus called 1491 that never made it to Broadway.

The Beach Boys, WEST SIDE STORY and More Set for The Grand 1894 Opera House's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2013

Single tickets are now available for The Grand 1894 Opera House's Simply Irresistible 2013-2014 Performing Arts Season. Located in historic downtown Galveston, The Grand will open its new powerhouse season with the internationally-acclaimed and award-winning music legends, The Beach Boys. This world- renown group will present two spectacular performances - Saturday, October 5at 8pm and Sunday, October 6, at 4pm.

David Friedman Releases A DIFFERENT LIGHT & LET ME FLY Albums
by 30 Days of NYMF 2012 - Jul 29, 2013

Broadway composer David Friedman has just released two new albums titled 'A Different Light' and 'Let Me Fly,' on which he sings his own music. They are currently available to purchase on Amazon and iTunes.

Box Office Opens Today for Ocean State Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2013

Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently concluded its Inaugural Season and is currently producing Legally Blonde The Musical, is proud to announce the opening of the box office for single ticket sales for their first full season in its new state-of-the-Art Theatre in Warwick. Beginning today, July 29 at 12 noon, patrons may purchase tickets to any or all of the following productions.

Alan Bergman Brings IT'S DELIGHTFUL, IT'S DELOVELY to WHBPAC Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2013

Acclaimed lyricist Alan Bergman will perform his best-loved songs and talk about his inspiration for the lyrics at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center tonight, July 28 at 8:30pm.

Box Office for Ocean State Theatre's 2013-14 Season to Open 7/29
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2013

Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently concluded its Inaugural Season and is currently producing Legally Blonde The Musical, is proud to announce the opening of the box office for single ticket sales for their first full season in its new state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick. Beginning on Monday, July 29 at 12 noon, patrons may purchase tickets to any or all of the following productions:

FANCY NANCY Returns to Vital Theatre Company, 9/14
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 24, 2013

The award-winning Vital Theatre Company is pleased to announce FANCY NANCY THE MUSICAL, book and lyrics by Susan DiLallo, music and lyrics by Danny Abosch, and Direction/Choreography by Sam Viverito, based on the book series by Jane O'Conner and illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser, returns to the McGinn/Cazale Theatre on Saturday, September 14th.

LYRICS OF JORDAN BECK Set for The Duplex Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2013

Lyricist Jordan Beck brings an evening of his work to NYC for one night only tonight, July 22m at The Duplex Cabaret Theatre. The concert will feature his work with composers Jonathan May (with whom Beck recently released an album entitled 'Cousins: The Songs of Beck & May'), Jason & Nolan Livesay, and Taylor Peckham.

Dan Domenech, Hannah Elless, Aleks Pevec and More Set for THE LYRICS OF JORDAN BECK at the Duplex, 7/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2013

'The Lyrics of Jordan Beck' to play The Duplex on July 22nd featuring Dan Domenech, Hannah Elless, Aleks Pevec, and more.

Bruce Vilanch and Pasek & Paul Set for Feinstein's at the Nikko, Now thru 7/20
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2013

Hotel Nikko San Francisco and Michael Feinstein have announced two upcoming performers at the all-new Feinstein's at the Nikko -- actor and comedian Bruce Vilanch and Tony Award nominated composers Pasek and Paul. Located within Hotel Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco), Feinstein's at the Nikko will present a wide range of entertainers all within an intimate 140-seat cabaret setting. Bruce Vilanch will perform for one-night-only tonight, July 18th at 8 p.m. Pasek and Paul will perform two performances only - Friday, July 19 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 20 at 7 p.m.

Anita Gillette to Bring AFTER ALL... to Cape May Stage on 8/5
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 17, 2013

Cape May Stage, South Jersey's premier Equity theatre, is thrilled to welcome Broadway, television and film star, Anita Gillette, in her one-woman show, 'After All...' With more than 50 years of performing and entertaining audiences worldwide, this is - unbelievably - her first one-woman show. Join this legend on Monday, August 5 at 8 p.m.

Kritzerland to Present THE MUSIC MEN - The Songs of Meredith Willson & Gene de Paul, 8/4
by Devin MacDonald - Jul 16, 2013

Our 36th Kritzerland show is devoted to the brilliant songs of Meredith Willson and Gene de Paul. Producer Bruce Kimmel has recorded many songs by each and is thrilled to do an entire evening of their wonderful material. Meredith Willson, of course, gave Broadway one of its most enduring hits, THE MUSIC MAN, a musical filled with one amazing song after another, several of which we'll be doing. He also wrote the Broadway and film hit, THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN, HERE'S LOVE (based on MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET), and a musical about Christopher Columbus called 1491 that never made it to Broadway.

Christine Pedi, Judy Carmichael & More Set for Stamford's Palace Theatre New Broadway/Cabaret/Jazz Series this Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 16, 2013

Some of the most entertaining acts in history have been 'Perfect Pairs' - Abbott & Costello, Martin & Lewis, Lucy & Desi. This Fall the Courtyard by Marriott presents 'Broadway/Cabaret/Jazz Series: Perfect Pairs at The Palace.' Perfect Pairs will feature the very best dynamic duos in Broadway, Cabaret and Jazz performing in an intimate setting on the HARMAN Stage on four evenings throughout the fall and winter. This series is made possible through the generosity of Presenting Sponsor Courtyard by Marriott.

BWW Special Feature: Toronto Fringe Wrap-Up
by Kelly Cameron - Jul 16, 2013

The 25th Anniversary of the Toronto Fringe Festival wrapped up an incredible ten days in our glorious city this past Sunday night, marking a record year in terms of opening 4 day profit despite challenges such as flooding and power outages cancelling shows and closing down theatres. The city came alive with 148 shows performing in venues across the city, selling 57,182 tickets and returning $433,027 to artists. In addition, there were 200 completely sold-out performances, and many shows which were incredibly close. The joy of Fringing is the hidden gems that you discover, and I'm pleased to report I discovered two this year in Bremen Rock Musical and We Are the Bomb. In addition, there are many excellent shows headed uptown for Best of Fringe which begins in 2 days!

WHBPAC Welcomes Alan Bergman, 7/28
by Ben Peltz - Jul 15, 2013

Acclaimed lyricist Alan Bergman will perform his best-loved songs and talk about his inspiration for the lyrics at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday, July 28 at 8:30pm. Tickets are $70 - $90 and can be purchased at www.whbpac.org.

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