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Date of Death: October 10, 1964 (72)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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GREAT ENTERTAINERS ON BROADWAY To Feature Andreas & More At TSAC 7/26-8/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 13, 2010


The American Theatre Network is proud to announce the launch of Great Entertainers on Broadway, a new summer series of live performances by some of today's most talented and well known stage, television and cabaret entertainers. The series will be presented in late July and early August at the Times Square Arts Center (TSAC) in the heart of New York City's world famous theatre district.

SAMMY Opens At The Old Globe, 10/2
by Eddie Varley - Oct 2, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

SAMMY Gears Up For Opening At The Old Globe, 10/2
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

SAMMY Gears Up For Opening At The Old Globe, 10/2
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 29, 2009


SAMMY, a new musical about the life of Sammy David Jr. currently in previews at The Old Globe, is gearing up for it's much anticipated opening on October 2nd and the buzz has begun. After all, what $2.5-million production about an icon with a 13-piece orchestra and list of award-winning actors wouldn't generate excitement?

Old Globe Theatre's SAMMY Begins Previews 9/19
by Eddie Varley - Sep 19, 2009


Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Sammy, a new musical based on the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and additional songs by Bricusse and Anthony Newley. Directed by Keith Glover with choreography by Keith Young and music supervision by Ian Fraser, Sammy will run in the Old Globe Theatre Sept. 19 - Nov. 8. Previews run from Sept. 19 - Oct. 1. Opening night is Oct. 2 at 8:00 p.m.

Theatre Notables Sondheim, Ziegfield, Simon & More Amongst 'New York City 400'
by Robert Diamond - Sep 10, 2009


The NYC400 is the first-ever list of New York City's ultimate movers and shakers since the City's founding?from politics, the arts, business, sports, science, and entertainment.

Old Globe Theatre Annouces Full Cast & Creative Team For SAMMY, Runs 9/19-11/8, Opens 10/2
by Charlie Piane - Aug 14, 2009


Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Sammy, a new musical based on the life of Sammy Davis, Jr. with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, and additional songs by Bricusse and Anthony Newley. Directed by Keith Glover with choreography by Keith Young and music supervision by Ian Fraser, Sammy will run in the Old Globe Theatre Sept. 19 - Nov. 8. Previews run from Sept. 19 - Oct. 1. Opening night is Oct. 2 at 8:00 p.m.

Tony Martin At Feinstein's At Loews Regency 1/13-1/17
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2009


FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, will continue their 10th Anniversary season with the return of Hollywood legend TONY MARTIN from January 13 to 17. After sold-out engagements in 2007 and 2008, the singer and actor will celebrate his 96th Birthday at Feinstein's. Once again, he will perform songs from his career like 'Begin the Beguine,' 'Let's Face the Music and Dance,' 'You Stepped Out of A Dream' and 'A Foggy Day.' He also tells stories of his days in Hollywood performing alongside such iconic names such as Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Rita Hayworth, Judy Garland, Lana Turner and his late wife Cyd Charisse.

Tony Martin At Feinstein's At Loews Regency 1/13-1/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2009


FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, will continue their 10th Anniversary season with the return of Hollywood legend TONY MARTIN from January 13 to 17. After sold-out engagements in 2007 and 2008, the singer and actor will celebrate his 96th Birthday at Feinstein's. Once again, he will perform songs from his career like 'Begin the Beguine,' 'Let's Face the Music and Dance,' 'You Stepped Out of A Dream' and 'A Foggy Day.' He also tells stories of his days in Hollywood performing alongside such iconic names such as Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Rita Hayworth, Judy Garland, Lana Turner and his late wife Cyd Charisse.

Martini Talk: Rock 'n' Roll, Richard III & Ziegfeld's Oldest
by Michael Dale - Nov 15, 2007


The oldest living Ziegfeld Girl dances once again while Michael raves about Michael Cumpsty's 'Richard III' and tries to figure out 'Rock 'n' Roll.'

Sterling's Upstairs Announces November Roster of Headliners
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2007


Sterling's Upstairs at Vitello's in Studio City, CA is pleased to announce its November, 2007 roster of headliners. Critically acclaimed as LA's premier supper-club located at the legendary Vitello's Restaurant, Sterling's Upstairs celebrated the beginning of its second year of operation on June 9, 2007, and is known for its dedication to presenting the best of Broadway performers and Nightclub artists on a weekly basis.

Tony Martin, Hollywood Legend, at Feinstein's Oct.21 & 22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2007


Feinstein's at Lowe's Regency will continue their Fall 2007 season with Hollywood legend Tony Martin for two shows only, Sunday, October 21 and Monday, October 22. Both shows are at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street).

Photo Coverage: Herman Toasted at L.A. Tonys Party
by BWW - Jun 12, 2007


On Sunday, June 10th at L.A.'s Skirball Center, the Actors Fund paid tribute to Jerry Herman at its 11th Annual Tony Awards Party, featuring a live feed of the 61st Annual Tony Awards as they happened in New York.

Stairway To Paradise: Glorifying The American Revue
by Michael Dale - May 14, 2007


For two and a half glorious hours your only care in the world should be deciding which of the magnificent songs you'll be humming on your way out of the theatre.

BroadwayWorld.com Daylight Savings Time Book Report
by Naomi Plume - Mar 7, 2007


Click in for reviews of Avenue Q: The Book, The Audrey Hepburn Treasures, Mamma Mia! How Can I Resist You?, The Alchemy of Theatre, We Bombed in New London, Somewhere: The Life of Jerome Robbins, Stop The Show, In Their Company: Portraits of American Playwrights, Fantasia: Life is Not a Fairy Tale and The Entertainment Sourcebook 2007.

Stiller, Etc. Set for 11/28 'Late Nite Comic' Book Signing
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2006


Brian Gari will sign his new book We Bombed in New London--The Inside Story of the Broadway Musical Late Nite Comic at Barnes and Noble Lincoln Center at 7PM on Tuesday November 28th

The Producers Film Opens December 25: Lights! Camera! Nazis!
by Michael Dale - Dec 16, 2005


Is the movie stagey? Sure, it is. Gloriously stagey. Click in to read Michael Dale's review of The Producers film, opening nationwide on December 25th.

Life is a Cabaret: A Tribute to Kander and Ebb
by Jena Tesse Fox - Oct 29, 2005


Broadway's best and brightest lit up the Town Hall last week in an emotional tribute to the legendary songwriting team.

Performers Pay Tribute to Stars of Yesterday in October Any Wednesday Series
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2005


Cabaret performers will pay tribute to performers of the past such as Marlene Dietrich in the Any Wednesday series at Tower Records this October

Springtime For Somers: A Gay Romp with Suzanne and the Thigh Master on Broadway
by Michael Dale - Jul 21, 2005


Christmas came early to Broadway this year, and guess who they stuffed in our stockings -- Suzanne Somers!

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