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Date of Death: July 11, 1937 (38)

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY

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Béla Fleck Performs with Cleveland Orchestra, 12/6-8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 27, 2012


Bela Fleck performs his Banjo Concerto in his Cleveland Orchestra debut at Severance Hall on December 6, 7, and 8. Giancarlo Guerrero leads all-American program, including Gershwin's An American in Paris.

Anneliese van der Pol to Lead New Musical JANE AUSTEN'S EMMA at Arizona Theatre Company
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 26, 2012


Arizona Theatre Company presents the Arizona Premiere of "Jane Austen's Emma" a new romantic musical comedy that brings Jane Austen's masterpiece to life. "Jane Austen's Emma" plays at the Temple of Music and Art and runs from December 1, 2012 - December 22, 2012. It continues its run in Phoenix at the Herberger Theater Center from December 31, 2012 - January 20, 2013. "Jane Austen's Emma" is sponsored by Shirley Estes. ATC's season sponsors are I. Michael and Beth Kasser.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 11/23/2012
by BWW - Nov 23, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 11/23/2012.

STAGE TUBE: NICE WORK's Broderick & O'Hara Perform in Macy's Parade!
by Stage Tube - Nov 22, 2012


America's favorite holiday tradition, the 86th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, returns to dazzle and enchant millions nationwide today, Thursday, November 22. The festivities will showcase performances from different Broadway companies. Check out Matthew Broderick, Kelli O'Hara and the cast of NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT as they perform 'Lady be Good' and 'S Wonderful'!

STAGE TUBE: TODAY's Jenna Wolfe Joins NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT for a Night!
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 19, 2012


The Tony-winning hit musical comedy NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT was recently featured on NBC's "Today" Weekend Edition. News anchor Jenna Wolfe went behind-the-scenes to make her Broadway debut in the show, picking up some pointers along the way from stars Matthew Broderick & Kelli O'Hara. Watch the segment below!

Bill Charlap and Sandy Stewart Play Feinstein's, Now thru 11/24
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2012


Feinstein's at Loews Regency will continue its Fall 2012 season with the debut engagement of mother-son duo of world-class jazz pianist, Bill Charlap and Grammy Award-nominated vocalist Sandy Stewart. The pair will perform a collection of ballads from some of the most popular songwriters of the twentieth century such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Richard Rodgers and Irving Berlin. The show will run from tonight, November 19 to 24 at the Loews Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street).

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 11/16/2012
by BWW - Nov 16, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 11/16/2012.

Baby Jane Dexter Makes Metropolitan Room Premiere in THE RULES OF THE ROAD, Now thru 12/22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2012


This new show will be all the road rage. The indomitable Baby Jane Dexter premieres an all-new show, "The Rules of the Road," tonight, November 16 at 7pm. For six consecutive Todays and Saturdays through December 22 Dexter parks herself at the Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street, with music partner Ross Patterson on piano.

WAAPA Presents BACK TO THE THIRTIES, Now thru Nov 22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2012


The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) Postgraduate Classical Vocal students present the mesmerising Back to the Thirties at The Roundhouse Theatre from tonight, 16 November to 22 November 2012.

Fidelity Investments Canada Announces Sponsorship of the National Arts Centre 2012-2013 Fidelity Investments Pops Series
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 15, 2012


Fidelity Investments Canada ULC ('Fidelity') today announced its official sponsorship of the National Arts Centre and its 2012-2013 Pops Series. The newly renamed Fidelity Investments Pops Series is an extraordinary collection of six concerts, each with its own distinct musical style. The concerts take place at the National Arts Centre ('NAC') in Ottawa.

DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week: November 3- 9
by BWW - Nov 9, 2012


This week's topics: What showtune is Romney singing, Stars Polical Views, Best In-Show Insults, Tear jerking moments, Who's next to get a B'Way theater, Matt Doyle takes over as Elder Price, Rob Ashford to Choreograph the Oscars

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 11/9/2012
by BWW - Nov 9, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 11/9/2012.

Baby Jane Dexter Makes Metropolitan Room Premiere in THE RULES OF THE ROAD, 11/16-12/22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2012


This new show will be all the road rage. The indomitable Baby Jane Dexter premieres an all-new show, "The Rules of the Road," on Friday November 16 at 7pm. For six consecutive Fridays and Saturdays through December 22 Dexter parks herself at the Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street, with music partner Ross Patterson on piano.

Blythe Danner Joins Cast of NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT, 12/16
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2012


The producers of the Tony Award winning musical comedy NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT are pleased to announce that Emmy and Tony Award winner Blythe Danner will join the production for 12 weeks only beginning Tuesday, December 18th and continuing through March 10th. Ms. Danner will assume the role of Millicent Winter, the mother of Matthew Broderick's character Jimmy Winter. The role is currently played by Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons, who will play her final performance on Sunday, December 16.

Bill Charlap and Sandy Stewart Play Feinstein's, 11/19-24
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2012


Feinstein's at Loews Regency will continue its Fall 2012 season with the debut engagement of mother-son duo of world-class jazz pianist, Bill Charlap and Grammy Award-nominated vocalist Sandy Stewart. The pair will perform a collection of ballads from some of the most popular songwriters of the twentieth century such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Richard Rodgers and Irving Berlin. The show will run from November 19 to 24 at the Loews Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street).

Profiles in History Announces New Auction, Featuring Famous Musicians
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 5, 2012


Profiles in History, run by Joe Maddalena, is proud to announce that the personal correspondence from some of the most beloved, popular and genius musicians the world has ever known will be included in their December 18 auction, The Property of a Distinguished American Private Collector. Part I of The Property of a Distinguished American Private Collector will take place in Los Angeles and include 300 of the most important manuscripts, notes and letters of the collection.

SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - 11/2/2012
by BWW - Nov 2, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com's SHOW BIZ: Rush, Lottery & Standing Room Only Ticketing Policies - updated on 11/2/2012.

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