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Date of Death: October 14, 1990 (72)

Birth Place: Lawrence, MA, USA

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Revival of Stephen Schwartz and Joseph Stein's THE BAKER'S WIFE Opens at Menier Chocolate Factory in July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2024


Discover the major revival of THE BAKER'S WIFE, a classic by Stephen Schwartz and Joseph Stein, announced by the Menier Chocolate Factory. Don't miss this theatrical masterpiece.

CANDIDE Comes to Adelaide in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2024


State Opera and State Theatre Company South Australia have come together for the first time in more than a decade to bring the Tony and Olivier award-winning operetta, Leonard Bernstein’s Candide, to Her Majesty’s Theatre next month.

Dave Stryker Organ Trio, Take 6, and More to Play Birdland Over the Next Two Weeks
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running April 29th - May 12th.

Akropolis Reed Quintet, Pascal Le Boeuf and Christian Euman Release New Album, Are We Dreaming The Same Dream?
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024


Are We Dreaming The Same Dream? - a new album from Akropolis Reed Quintet, composer and pianist Pascal Le Boeuf, and drummer Christian Euman - is out now on Bright Shiny Things.

Five Boroughs Music Festival to Conclude Spring Season With People Of Earth
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Catch the grand finale of the Five Boroughs Music Festival's Spring Season featuring the dynamic ensemble, People of Earth. Learn how to purchase tickets.

SUFFS' Ally Bonino in the April 2024 Debut of the Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ally Bonino, who is currently making her Broadway debut in the new musical Suffs. Learn more about the show!

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Reveals Cristian MÓ�celaru as Next Music Director
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024


The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra has appointed conductor Cristian Mӑcelaru as the 14th Music Director in the Orchestra’s 129-year history, succeeding Louis Langrée.

DANIEL REICHARD: SONGS FROM THE BOARDWALK Will Play The Ice Palace This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2024


Join the Ice Palace for a special performance by DANIEL REICHARD, presenting his latest show, Songs from The Boardwalk, on June 15th. Don't miss out on this musical extravaganza.

Video: WICKED Composer Stephen Schwartz Joins Melissa Errico To Perform 'For Good'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2024


Broadway icon Stephen Schwartz, the composer behind the blockbuster hit Wicked, hit the stage with songstress Melissa Errico for a very special performance at 54 Below.

Bernadette Peters to Be Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2024


Multi-Award winning actress Bernadette Peters will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. It was also announced that Tony, Oscar, and Golden Globe Award Winner Joel Grey will present Bernadette with her Award. The 2024 Chita Rivera Awards will take place on Monday, May 20 at 7:30pm at The Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 LaGuardia Place).

Ari Axelrod Returns To Birdland With 'A Place For Us: A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of award-winning international artist Ari Axelrod with an encore performance of “A Place for Us: A Celebration of Jewish Broadway” on Monday, May 13 at 7:00 PM.

Broadway Star Bernadette Peters Takes the Stage At Westport Country Playhouse In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024


Join Broadway legend Bernadette Peters for an unforgettable night at the Westport Country Playhouse on May 19. Don't miss this special performance by one of Broadway's finest talents.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Announces 2024/25 Masterworks Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Get ready for the 2024/25 Masterworks Season by the SOUTH FLORIDA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Discover the upcoming performances, musical pieces, and renowned artists in this highly anticipated season.

Boston Modern Orchestra Projects Ends Season With Free Concert in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024


The Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP), the nation's premier orchestra dedicated exclusively to commissioning, performing, and recording new orchestral music, concludes its 26th season with a free concert at New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall, Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.

Review: Separated at Birth? Boulanger's VILLE MORTE and Debussy's PELLEAS Fall Similarly on the Ear
by Richard Sasanow - Apr 20, 2024


It’s easy to understand why Neal Goren, founder and artistic director of Catapult Opera, was immediately taken with LA VILLE MORTE. (His program notes say, “Upon receiving the piano-vocal score, I found myself sighing in ecstasy…”) First, the name Nadia Boulanger is magic in 20th century music—in music history in general, for that matter—though not for her own compositions.

Straz Center's Opera Tampa Announces 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024


Straz Center's Opera Tampa has announced its 2025 season featuring the work of Leonard Bernstein, Gaetano Donizetti and Giacomo Puccini.

Yannick Nézet-Séguin Receives Honorary Fellowship from The Royal Conservatory of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024


Canadian Maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin has received the highest designation conferred by The Royal Conservatory of Music – he was inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the organization.

New York Choral Society Celebrates 65 Years With THE UNICORN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2024


In a landmark celebration of its 65th anniversary, the New York Choral Society has announced The Unicorn, an innovative and provocative theatrical production intertwining choral music, dance, and narrative, while offering a contemporary exploration of gender roles and LGBTQ themes.

Westport Country Playhouse Presents Ari Axelrod In A Celebration Of Jewish Broadway On May 8
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2024


Join Ari Axelrod at the Westport Country Playhouse on May 8 for a special celebration of Jewish Broadway. Experience a memorable night of music and culture.

Curtis Institute Of Music Expands Conducting Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024


The Curtis Institute of Music is expanding its conducting program, offering unique mentorship to promising young conductors.

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