Benny Goodman
Benny Goodman is an actor, composer/lyricist, composer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Seven Lively Arts and Swingin' The Dream.
Date of Birth: May 30, 1909
Date of Death: June 13, 1986 (77)
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
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Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis Will Return to Milwaukee
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Wynton Marsalis and the JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA will perform two nights at the Marcus Performing Arts Center as part of its Culture Collective Series.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026
Wynton Marsalis and the JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA will perform two nights at the Marcus Performing Arts Center as part of its Culture Collective Series.
Steve Rawlins to Release New Album WORD ON THE STREET
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026
Pianist and composer Steve Rawlins will release WORD ON THE STREET, an album of original compositions featuring Southern California musicians and members of his own family.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026
Pianist and composer Steve Rawlins will release WORD ON THE STREET, an album of original compositions featuring Southern California musicians and members of his own family.
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS and More Set for Seattle Theatre Group 2026/27 Performing Arts Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group announced its 2026/27 Performing Arts Series, featuring 15 performances spanning jazz, dance, global music, and theatre, including a newly commissioned work from Perfume Genius and Kate Wallich.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
Seattle Theatre Group announced its 2026/27 Performing Arts Series, featuring 15 performances spanning jazz, dance, global music, and theatre, including a newly commissioned work from Perfume Genius and Kate Wallich.
ISRAELI CHAMBER PROJECT to Perform Two Free Concerts for ChamberMusicNY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
ChamberMusicNY will present the Israeli Chamber Project in two free performances featuring works by Beethoven, Stravinsky, Bartók, Messiaen, and Israeli composers at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
ChamberMusicNY will present the Israeli Chamber Project in two free performances featuring works by Beethoven, Stravinsky, Bartók, Messiaen, and Israeli composers at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall.
Kingfish, LaBamba and More Set for MORRISTOWN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The free Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green, featuring Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, LaBamba and the Hubcaps, Dylan Triplett, and jazz acts across a full day of live music.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2026
The free Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green, featuring Christone 'Kingfish' Ingram, LaBamba and the Hubcaps, Dylan Triplett, and jazz acts across a full day of live music.
TETHER 인연 to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
Scotland's Wonder Fools and South Korea's Theatre SAN have teamed up for TETHER 인연, a cross-cultural music-theatre show blending Scottish ceilidh and Korean Ganggangsullae traditions at Summerhall's Main Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026
Scotland's Wonder Fools and South Korea's Theatre SAN have teamed up for TETHER 인연, a cross-cultural music-theatre show blending Scottish ceilidh and Korean Ganggangsullae traditions at Summerhall's Main Hall.
MORRISTOWN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL to Offer 10 Hours of Free Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The annual Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green with 10 hours of free music, featuring swing, Latin jazz, blues, and a yet-to-be-announced Grammy Award-winning headliner.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The annual Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival will return to the Morristown Green with 10 hours of free music, featuring swing, Latin jazz, blues, and a yet-to-be-announced Grammy Award-winning headliner.
NESTING to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
NESTING, a new play written by Peter McCormick and directed by Ben Standish, will premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The production explores themes of caregiving, family responsibility, and end-of-life decisions through a surreal story involving a man with Motor Neurone Disease and an anthropomorphized seagull.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2026
NESTING, a new play written by Peter McCormick and directed by Ben Standish, will premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The production explores themes of caregiving, family responsibility, and end-of-life decisions through a surreal story involving a man with Motor Neurone Disease and an anthropomorphized seagull.
EL GRAN GATSBY llega a Barcelona con 13 únicas funciones en el Teatre Victòria
by Laia Galiana Massanet - May 21, 2026
El montaje dirigido y coreografiado por Enrique Gasa Valga reinterpreta el clásico de Fitzgerald con una gran producción internacional de danza, jazz y música en directo
by Laia Galiana Massanet - May 21, 2026
El montaje dirigido y coreografiado por Enrique Gasa Valga reinterpreta el clásico de Fitzgerald con una gran producción internacional de danza, jazz y música en directo
HEARTSTOPPER'S Corinna Brown Will Star in ROT. HUSK. LOSER. at the Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Mouth Studio and Grey Castle Productions in association with Park Theatre, have announced cast and creatives for their upcoming production of ROT. HUSK. LOSER.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
Mouth Studio and Grey Castle Productions in association with Park Theatre, have announced cast and creatives for their upcoming production of ROT. HUSK. LOSER.
Review: MEDEA, Tron Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 29, 2026
Everyone knows how Jason won the Golden Fleece - everyone knows how he became a hero for all time - and everyone knows the part his wife, Medea, played in creating his legend - don't they?
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Mar 29, 2026
Everyone knows how Jason won the Golden Fleece - everyone knows how he became a hero for all time - and everyone knows the part his wife, Medea, played in creating his legend - don't they?
Review: The New York Pops Time Travels Through American Music at Carnegie Hall
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 16, 2026
THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 16, 2026
THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!
JUKEBOX SATURDAY NIGHT To Headline 2026 WYO Benefit Ball
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026
The WYO Performing Arts & Education Center will host its 2026 Benefit Ball featuring Jukebox Saturday Night. The Sheridan event will include live big band music, dancing, and auctions. Proceeds will support the WYO’s arts and education programs.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2026
The WYO Performing Arts & Education Center will host its 2026 Benefit Ball featuring Jukebox Saturday Night. The Sheridan event will include live big band music, dancing, and auctions. Proceeds will support the WYO’s arts and education programs.
Lineup Set For 54th Annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
The Stanford Jazz Workshop has announced the 54th annual Stanford Jazz Festival at Stanford University. This year's festival will feature a diverse lineup including jazz legends and contemporary artists across various genres.
Kupferberg Center for the Arts to Present MICHAEL FEINSTEIN’S TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2026
Kupferberg Center for the Arts will present MICHAEL FEINSTEIN’S TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT at Colden Auditorium on Saturday, March 21 at 8:00 p.m. The concert features Michael Feinstein alongside the Carnegie Hall Ensemble in a program honoring the legacy of Tony Bennett.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2026
Kupferberg Center for the Arts will present MICHAEL FEINSTEIN’S TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT at Colden Auditorium on Saturday, March 21 at 8:00 p.m. The concert features Michael Feinstein alongside the Carnegie Hall Ensemble in a program honoring the legacy of Tony Bennett.
California Symphony Unveils 2026-2027 40th Anniversary Season
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026
California Symphony, led by Artistic and Music Director Donato Cabrera and Executive Director Lisa Dell, has unveiled its 2026-2027 season, celebrating 40 years of bringing orchestral music to the Bay Area.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026
California Symphony, led by Artistic and Music Director Donato Cabrera and Executive Director Lisa Dell, has unveiled its 2026-2027 season, celebrating 40 years of bringing orchestral music to the Bay Area.
Shakespeare's THE TAMING OF THE SHREW is Coming to TN Shakespeare Co.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Tennessee Shakespeare Company is inviting audiences into the golden age of 1940s radio on the Tabor Stage with The Taming of the Shrew - a wild, witty, song-filled production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
Tennessee Shakespeare Company is inviting audiences into the golden age of 1940s radio on the Tabor Stage with The Taming of the Shrew - a wild, witty, song-filled production.
Cast and Creative Team Set For THE LAST PICTURE
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
York Theatre Royal, English Touring Theatre (ETT) and An Tobar and Mull Theatre have announced the full creative team and cast for The Last Picture. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
York Theatre Royal, English Touring Theatre (ETT) and An Tobar and Mull Theatre have announced the full creative team and cast for The Last Picture. Learn more here!
Morris Museum to Host BUCKY PIZZARELLI 100TH CELEBRATION
by Gillian Blum - Jan 3, 2026
A swingin’ 100th celebration of the late, great Bucky Pizzarelli (New Jersey’s own guitarist), whose career spanned seven decades as he strummed along with the likes of Benny Goodman and Miles Davis.
by Gillian Blum - Jan 3, 2026
A swingin’ 100th celebration of the late, great Bucky Pizzarelli (New Jersey’s own guitarist), whose career spanned seven decades as he strummed along with the likes of Benny Goodman and Miles Davis.
Ken Peplowski and Frank Vignola to Perform at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA's Evening of Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA has announced the return of legendary jazz clarinetist and saxophonist Ken Peplowski to its annual Evening of Jazz concert and dinner WA.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA has announced the return of legendary jazz clarinetist and saxophonist Ken Peplowski to its annual Evening of Jazz concert and dinner WA.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Benny Goodman been in?
Benny Goodman has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Benny Goodman been in?
Benny Goodman has not appeared in the West End
How many shows has Benny Goodman written?
Benny Goodman has written 4 shows including Bubbling Brown Sugar (Composer/Lyricist), Stardust (Composer), Swing! (Composer/Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Composer).
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