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Fred Astaire

Date of Birth: May 10, 1899

Date of Death: June 22, 1987 (88)

Birth Place: Omaha, NE, USA

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Fred Astaire BIO

Astaire's career in stage, film, and television spanned 76 years. He starred in more than 10 Broadway and West End musicals, made 31 musical films, four television specials, and numerous recordings. As a dancer, he was known for his uncanny sense of rhythm, creativity, and tireless perfectionism. Astaire's most memorable dancing partnership was with Ginger Rogers, whom he co-starred with in 10 Hollywood musicals during the classic age of Hollywood cinema. Astaire and Rogers starred together in Top Hat (1935), Swing Time (1936), and Shall We Dance (1937).

Astaire's fame grew in films like Holiday Inn (1942), Easter Parade (1948), The Band Wagon (1953), Funny Face (1957), and Silk Stockings (1957). The American Film Institute named Astaire the fifth-greatest male star of Classic Hollywood cinema in 100 Years... 100 Stars.

Fred Astaire STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1932
Guy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1931
Performer

"The Beggar Waltz"

The Demonstrator

Simpson Cater

"Hoops"

"I Love Louisa"

"New Sun in the Sky"

"Sweet Music"

"White Heat"

For Good Old Nectar

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1930
Bob Hastings

[West End]
London Production, 1928
Jimmy Reeve

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1927
Jimmy Reeve

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1924
Performer

Dick Trevor

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1922
Gerald Lane

Antonio

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1922
Teddy Lawrence

[Broadway]
1921
Richard Kolnar

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1919
Johnny

[Broadway]
1918
Performer

[Broadway]
1917
Performer

Fred Astaire Productions

 
[Broadway, 1925]
Choreographer

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92NY is celebrating Pride 2023 with new classes and talks in June!

Norm Lewis, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Skylar Astin Join Sondheim Celebration At Hollywood Bowl

Broadway stars Skylar Astin, Norm Lewis and Brian Stokes Mitchell will complete the glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration on Sunday, July 30, 2023, at the Hollywood Bowl. They are joined by previously announced three-time Tony Award-winner Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess and Sutton Foster for this unforgettable concert program curated by Robert Longbottom and Kevin Stites and conducted by Stites.

Natalie Douglas to Preset A 60's SONGS JUNETEENTH JUBILEE at Birdland This Summer

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Natalie Douglas – thirteen-time MAC Award, two-time Bistro Award and Nightlife Award winner – with “A 60’s Songs Juneteenth Jubilee” on Monday, June 19 at 7:00 PM.

10 Videos That Get Us Tapping Our Toes For STEPPIN' OUT WITH FRED ASTAIRE Starring Gavin Lee At Birdland

Broadway and West End star Gavin Lee will make his Birdland debut in Fred Astaire-themed solo show.

Bistro Award Winner Quinn Lemley Announces RITA HAYWORTH: THE HEAT IS ON Residency At Don't Tell Mama

2022 BISTRO Award winner and MAC Award nominee RITA HAYWORTH - THE HEAT IS ON starring Quinn Lemley comes to Don't Tell Mama beginning Monday, May 22. The show will continue its residency monthly through November 2023.

Billy Stritch, Carole J. Bufford, and Liam Forde to Star in HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD! at Birdland

BIRDLAND THEATER will present the New York debut of the musical revue “Hooray for Hollywood!” on Thursday, June 15 at 8:30 PM.

FLAMENCO FESTIVAL LONDON Returns To Sadler's Wells For A Fortnight Of Andalusian Culture, 5- 15 July

The Flamenco Festival returns to Sadler's Wells for a fortnight this summer, opening with Olivier Award-winning dancer and choreographer Sara Baras, who performs across the first week.

THE BRAT PACK Featuring Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins & Jelani Remy to Return to Birdland

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of “The Brat Pack” — featuring Broadway stars Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins, and Jelani Remy – on Monday, June 12 at 7:00 PM.

MEL AND ELLA SWING! Starring Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli to Return to Birdland

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present renowned pianist and singer Billy Stritch and award-winning jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli in the return of their special show “Mel and Ella Swing!” on Monday, June 5 at 7:00 PM.

GOTTA DANCE! is Now Playing at the Royal Danish Opera

Gotta Dance! pays tribute to life, to joy and to dance. Venture down memory lane to the carefree age when the remedy for any woe was a swing on the dance floor.

John Pizzarelli To Celebrate New Album At Scullers Jazz Club, June 2

Acclaimed guitarist/vocalist John Pizzarelli celebrates his new album Stage & Screen with album release concert on Friday, June 2 at Scullers Jazz Club.

Coachella Valley Repertory Announces 2023 Summer Cabaret Series

COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY announces its 2023 SUMMER CABARET SERIES, presented in CVRep's casual, intimate setting every Thursday evening from May 4 through August 24. Each performer is a captivating storyteller, using music, personal experiences, and passions to take audiences on memorable journeys.

Photos: First Look at La Mirada Theatre's THE KING AND I

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT is presenting Paul Nakauchi as the “King,” Anastasia Barzee as “Anna,” and Joan Almedilla as “Lady Thiang,” along with a cast of 41, coupled with the recent Broadway revival’s lavish sets and costumes, in a sumptuous new production of the Tony Award-winning musical THE KING AND I. Check out photos here!

Brittney Johnson to Make Solo Concert Debut at Birdland in May

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the New York solo concert debut of Brittney Johnson – who made history as the first Black actress to play “Glinda” in Broadway’s Wicked – on Monday, May 1 at 7:00 PM.

Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess & Sutton Foster to Star in Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl

Patti LuPone will lead a glittering cast of Broadway luminaries for Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl. See how to purchase tickets!

Gavin Lee to Present STEPPIN' OUT WITH FRED ASTAIRE at Birdland

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present two-time Tony Award nominee and two-time Drama Desk winner Gavin Lee – making his Birdland debut with his solo show “Steppin’ Out with Fred Astaire” – on Monday, May 29 at 7:00 PM.

BALL IM SAVOY is Now Playing at National Theatre of Prague

Ball im Savoy is now playing at the National Theatre of Prague. Performances run through 17 March 2024.

Paul Nakauchi, Anastasia Barzee & More to Star in THE KING AND I at La Mirada Theatre

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT invite you to experience “Something Wonderful” as it announces Paul Nakauchi as the “King,” Anastasia Barzee as “Anna,” and Joan Almedilla as “Lady Thiang,” along with a cast of 41.

Tickets on Sale for Porchlight's ICONS GALA Honoring Ben Vereen and Paul Lisnek

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre announced last night at Chicago Sings Broadway Pop that the 2023 ICONS Gala, Porchlight’s signature fundraising event, will be held Friday, Sept. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago at Water Tower Place, 160 E. Pearson St.

THE KING AND I Directed by Glenn Casale to be Presented at La Mirada Theatre This Spring

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT invite you to experience “Something Wonderful” as it presents The King and I!

Fred Astaire FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Fred Astaire has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

Fred Astaire has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

Fred Astaire's first West End show was Funny Face which opened in 1928

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