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Jule Styne

Date of Death: September 20, 1994 (88)

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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Jule Styne was an American songwriter and composer who was born on December 31, 1905, in London, England. He was the youngest of four children born to Jewish parents who had emigrated from Ukraine. The family moved to the United States when Styne was just a child, settling in Chicago, Illinois.

Styne showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at a young age. He was largely self-taught and began composing his own music as a teenager. After graduating from high school, Styne attended the Chicago College of Music, where he studied composition and orchestration.

In the 1920s, Styne began working as a pianist and arranger for local bands in Chicago. He also started writing songs, often collaborating with lyricist Sammy Cahn. The two would go on to write many hit songs together, including "I've Heard That Song Before," "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!," and "Three Coins in the Fountain."

In the 1940s, Styne moved to New York City and began working on Broadway. He wrote the music for several successful shows, including "High Button Shoes," "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," and "Bells Are Ringing." Styne also collaborated with some of the biggest names in Broadway, including lyricist Stephen Sondheim and choreographer Jerome Robbins.

Styne's most famous Broadway show was "Gypsy," which premiered in 1959. The show was based on the life of burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee and starred Ethel Merman in the lead role. Styne wrote the music for the show, which included such classic songs as "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "Let Me Entertain You." "Gypsy" was a critical and commercial success and is still considered one of the greatest musicals of all time.

In addition to his work on Broadway, Styne also wrote music for film and television. He wrote the score for several movies, including "Anchors Aweigh," "On the Town," and "Bells Are Ringing." Styne also wrote the music for the theme song of the popular television show "Hazel."

Styne was known for his versatility as a composer and his ability to write in a variety of styles. He wrote everything from catchy pop songs to lush orchestral pieces. He was also known for his ability to write songs that perfectly captured the emotions of the characters in his shows.

Styne received many awards and honors throughout his career. He won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Three Coins in the Fountain" and was nominated for several other Oscars. He also won several Tony Awards for his work on Broadway.

Styne continued to work in the music industry until his death in 1994 at the age of 88. He left behind a legacy of timeless songs and beloved Broadway shows that continue to be performed and enjoyed today.

In conclusion, Jule Styne was a talented and prolific songwriter and composer who made a significant contribution to the world of music. His work on Broadway, in film, and on television helped define the sound of popular music in the mid-twentieth century. Styne's ability to write catchy, memorable songs and his knack for capturing the emotions of his characters made him one of the most beloved and successful composers of his time.

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Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil

Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

Frank Sinatra 'Platinum' Out Next Month to Celebrate 70th Anniversary Of Capitol Recordings

Available on 4LP, 2CD, and digital formats, the 44-track collection features a cross-section of Sinatra’s most beloved songs and sought-after rarities. From the swinging “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and ebullient “Come Fly With Me” to the breathtaking “Moonlight in Vermont” and torch song “Only The Lonely,” the set also includes unreleased tracks.

Listen: Two New Barbra Streisand Albums Set For Release In October, Listen to the First Track!

Two new albums featuring Barbra Streisand will be released next month. EVERGREENS: Celebrating Six Decades on Columbia Records and YENTL: 40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition will both be available on Friday, October 27. Learn more about both albums, and how to pre-order them now, here!

Video: FUNNY GIRL Tour's Katerina McCrimmon Sings 'Don't Rain On My Parade'

We have your first listen to Katerina McCrimmon singing 'Don't Rain on My Parade' from Funny Girl. McCrimmon will lead the upcoming North American tour of Funny Girl as Fanny Brice. Check out the video here!

Watch as Lea Michele Surprises Final FUNNY GIRL Audience with 'My Man' Encore

Watch at the end of the performance, when as did Barbra Streisand after her final show, Lea Michele surprised everyone by singing 'My Man' as an Encore. 

Lea Michele Bids Farewell to FUNNY GIRL in Emotional Instagram Post

Lea Michele has penned an emotional goodbye to the role of Fanny Brice in the Funny Girl revival, which plays its final performance Sunday, September 3rd.

Review: GYPSY A MUSICAL FABLE at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL

What did our critic think of GYPSY A MUSICAL FABLE at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?

Lea Michele Will Be Out Of Both FUNNY GIRL Performances August 30th

Lea Michele will be out of both performances of Funny Girl as she is under the weather, per an announcement from the production. Julie Benko will play Fanny Brice at both performances today, and her regularly scheduled performance tomorrow. Lea Michele is expected to return to the show Friday, September 1st.

Lea Michele Will Be Out Of FUNNY GIRL Tonight; August 29, 2023

Lea Michele will be out of tonight's 7pm performance of Funny Girl as she is under the weather, per an announcement from the production. The production also stars Tony and Olivier Award  nominee Ramin Karimloo, 2022 Tony & Drama Desk Award nominee and Chita Rivera Award winner Jared Grimes and four-time Tony Award nominee Tovah Feldshuh.

DSO Kicks Off Its 2023-2024 Season in September

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will kick off its 2023-2024 season in September with its popular Movies in Concert series showing Amadeus Live in Concert followed by a concert dedicated to the music and aesthetic of the 1920s. GRAMMY-award winner and Latin America sensation Lila Downs will perform in mid-September followed by Fabio Luisi’s first show of the season.

Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes, and Valerie Wright Star In Presentation Of New Musical, THE CRINOLYNNS

Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 1st for Broadway/Television/Film Stars Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes, and Valerie Wright in the world premiere concert of the new musical, THE CRINOLYNNS. The concert will take place on September 30th in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.

2 Broadway Shows Close Today

Broadway says goodbye to productions. Funny Girl takes its final bow at the August Wilson Theatre following 130 previews and 599 regular performances; and Once Upon a One More Time will conclude its run at the Marquis Theatre following 42 previews and 81 regular performances.

FUNNY GIRL Breaks Own Box Office Record in Final Weeks

With just eight performances remaining, the first-ever Broadway revival of Funny Girl has broken its own box office record for the highest grossing 8-performance week at the August Wilson Theatre for the week ending August 27 with a final gross of $2,133,143.44.

Broadway Buying Guide: August 28, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, August 28, 2023.

Aventura Arts & Cultural Center to Present 2024 Broadway Concert Series Featuring Leavel, Errico, and Kuhn

The City of Aventura has announced the 2024 Aventura Broadway Concert Series: The Stars of Broadway which will present Tony Award winner Beth Leavel, four-time Tony nominee Judy Kuhn and Tony nominee Melissa Errico in intimate concerts at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.

FUNNY GIRL Tour to Play The Hippodrome in October - Tickets Available Now!

FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, will come to the historic Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center for a limited one-week engagement from October 24 – October 29, 2023.

Patti LuPone to Perform DON'T MONKEY WITH BROADWAY in Support of Seattle Men's and Women's Chorus

Join Tony Award-winning actress Patti LuPone as she brings her acclaimed 'Don't Monkey with Broadway' concert to Seattle in support of the Seattle Men's Chorus and Seattle Women's Chorus. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of Broadway while supporting a great cause.

Video: Meet The Stars of The New PETER PAN National Tour

NETworks Presentations announced casting of ‘Peter Pan’, ‘Captain Hook’, ‘Wendy’ and ‘Tiger Lily’ for the all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway classic, PETER PAN.  Meet the cast in the video!

Micah McLaurin Releases New Single 'Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend'

“Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” is the first of Micah’s upcoming all-star collaborations with GRAMMY-nominated arranger Chris Walden (Aretha Franklin, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder), GRAMMY-winning composer David Campbell (Carole King, Adele, James Taylor) and multi-platinum arranger Robin Smith.

Jule Styne FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Jule Styne has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

Jule Styne has not appeared in the West End

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Hallelujah, Baby! , Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Funny Girl Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Funny Girl and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Bells Are Ringing .

Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Hallelujah, Baby!and Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Funny Girl.

Jule Styne has written 37 shows including One Night Stand (Composer), Glad to See You (Composer), High Button Shoes (Composer/Lyricist), Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (Composer), Two on the Aisle (Composer), Hazel Flagg (Composer), Peter Pan (Composer), Wake Up, Darling (Composer), Bells Are Ringing (Composer), Miss Lonelyhearts (Composer), Say, Darling (Composer), A Party with Betty Comden & Adolph Green (Composer), Gypsy (Composer), Do Re Mi (Composer), Subways Are for Sleeping (Composer), Funny Girl (Composer), Fade Out - Fade In (Composer), Hallelujah, Baby! (Composer), Darling of the Day (Composer), Look to the Lilies (Composer), Prettybelle (Composer), Lorelei (Composer), Jule's Friends at the Palace (Composer), Serafina (Composer), Side by Side by Sondheim (Composer), Hellzapoppin (Composer), Bar Mitzvah Boy (Composer), Pieces of Eight (Composer), The Dangerous Christmas of Red Riding Hood (Composer), Jerome Robbins' Broadway (Composer), Some Like It Hot (Composer), The Red Shoes (Composer), Fosse (Composer), Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Composer), Barbara Cook's Broadway! (Composer), Stairway to Paradise (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist), Come Fly Away (Composer).

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