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Date of Death: January 22, 2005 (79)

Birth Place: Corning, IA, USA

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Bucky Pizzarelli 88th Birthday Bash Set for the Cutting Room, Bickford Theatre, 1/7-8
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2014


The Bucky Pizzarelli 88th Birthday Bash will feature 3 guitarists who have all grown up with and studied and played with the iconic Bucky Pizzarelli.

The MSO Welcomes Return of Principal Pops Conductor Emeritus Doc Severinsen in DOC'S BACK!, Now thru 1/5
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2014


MILWAUKEE, WIS. 12/03/2013 – The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra announces the return of Principal Pops Conductor Emeritus Doc Severinsen in Doc's Back! on January 3-5, 2014, at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts with guest conductor Steven Reineke and soprano Ashley Brown. Doc performs Great American standards on trumpet in his signature style, including Georgia on My Mind, The Lady is a

Steven Wright Returns to Orleans Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2014


Following a successful engagement in 2013, Academy Award-winner and Grammy Award nominee Steven Wright returns to The Orleans Showroom this weekend, January 3 and 4 with his trademark wit, absurdist one-liners, monotone voice and deadpan delivery.

Dana Carvey to Return to Las Vegas' Orleans Showroom, 1/31-2/1
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 31, 2013


Following two hit engagements in 2013 at The Orleans, impressionist, actor and comedian Dana Carvey returns to The Orleans Showroom stage January 31 and February 1.

Singer and Tony Nominee Kelly Garrett Passes Away at 69
by BWW News Desk - Dec 26, 2013


According to published reports, singer and Broadway star Kelly Garrett passed away in August 2013 due to complications from throat and tongue cancer. She was 69.

Arsenio Hall Unharmed in Minor Car Accident
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 24, 2013


According to The Hollywood Reporter, talk show host Arsenio Hall was uninjured in a minor car accident which occured around 7:15 pm/PT yesterday in West HIlls.

Photo Coverage: Karen Wyman Brings SECOND TIME AROUND to Metropolitan Room
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 23, 2013


Karen Wyman, who was a national sensation for a short time in the late '60s and early '70s before disappearing unexpectedly from the scene, has re-entered the earth's atmosphere. The rocket-voiced phenom, who electrified a packed Metropolitan Room just returned with her new show, 'The Second Time Around.' Check out photos from the concert below!

VIDEO: 'Anchorman 2's Steve Carrell Recalls Bad X Mas Memory on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 20, 2013


'Anchorman 2' star Steve Carrell stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN and spoke about one particular Christmas which may have scarred him for life. Check out the appearance below!

Photo Coverage: Leslie Uggams, Marilyn Maye & Christine Andreas Perform in HOLIDAY BELLES
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 20, 2013


Last night, December 19, Town Hall overflowed with the musical joys of the season when three extraordinary talents, Leslie Uggams, Marilyn Maye and Christine Andreas took the stage for Holiday Belles. These award-winning singers brought their unique and diverse talents to the celebration, performing songs from the musical theater and the American Songbook, as well as holiday favorites. The concert, conceived and directed by Michael Bush, featured each singer performing her own individual set, and then brought them together for a very merry finale of holiday melodies. Check out photos from the concert below!

VIDEO: Clay Aiken Performs; Talks Duck Dynasty Controversy on ARSENIO
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 20, 2013


Clay Aiken sings 'This Christmas' on last night's ARSENIO. Later, Aiken weighs in on the controversial comments made by "Duck Dynasty" star, Phil Robertson.

VIDEO: Ben Stiller Talks Russian Bathhouse Experience on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 19, 2013


'Secret Life of Walter Mitty' star Ben Stiller stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN and told Dave about his first trip to a Russian Bathhouse. Check out the appearance below!

Matthew Broderick Narrates Final PIONEERS OF THIRTEEN Episode Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 19, 2013


By the early 1990s, New York's THIRTEEN, the PBS flagship station, was producing and filling public television screens across the country with award-winning programming such as Charlie Rose, Nature, American Masters, and Great Performances. As the cable and satellite revolution gave way to the digital and internet revolution, THIRTEEN embraced 21st century technology and continued to innovate, proving that public television has ever more value in today's changing media landscape.

VIDEO: Cristin Milioti Talks 'How I Met Your Mother' on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 18, 2013


Tony nominee Cristin Milioti (Broadway's 'Once') stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS and talked about joining the CBS comedy 'How I Met Your Mother' as the heretofore unseen Mother.

Photo Coverage: Anita Gillette Brings AFTER ALL to Metropolitan Room
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 18, 2013


Anita Gillette just concluded her run of AFTER ALL at the Metropolitan Room, featuring many familiar songs from the legendary performer's rich theatrical career, as well as stories from her participation in such celebrated film and TV projects such as MOONSTRUCK, 30 ROCK and more. Check out photos from the final concert below!

OVER THE EDGE Suspenseful Novel is Released
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 18, 2013


When Julian Thomas arrived home that night, his wife Chris was depressed and in a drunken fog. To avoid her rage and rejection, he stayed away, reclining on the couch watching the Johnny Carson Show. He was contemplating the life between him and his wife. He has to do something to save their marriage. Minutes later, however, he heard her say something from the bedroom. Then came the sound of a single gunshot, it broke the silence like a clap of thunder.

VIDEO: Will Ferrell Talks Mayor Rob Ford Encounter on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 17, 2013


'Anchorman 2' star Will Ferrell stop by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN on CBS and chatted about meeting Toronto crack-smoking Mayor Rob Ford.

VIDEO: Julia Roberts Receives Birthday Flowers on LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 13, 2013


On last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, Dave makes good after forgetting to send guest Julia Roberts flowers on her birthday. Check out the appearance below!

Alley Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for Jon Robin Baitz's Other Desert Cities
by Robert Diamond - Dec 12, 2013


Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd announces the cast and creative team for Other Desert Cities. A riveting new play by Pulitzer Prize nominee and creator of TV's hit drama Brothers & Sisters, Jon Robin Baitz's Other Desert Cities was named the Outstanding Play by the Outer Critics Circle and called 'the best new play on Broadway' by The New York Times. Jackson Gay returns to direct this new production after helming the Alley Theatre's productions of August: Osage County, Red andIntelligence-Slave.

Paul Reiser to Play Fox Theater, 3/15
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 12, 2013


Stand-up comedian, actor, and writer Paul Reiser re-emerges on the comedy scene with his quick wit and comedic talent. Comedy patrons across the country are in for a real treat when Reiser hits the stage and unleashes his hilarious insights about the absurdities of modern life.

VIDEO: Billy Crystal Asks LETTERMAN About Feud with Philbin at 700 SUNDAYS Performance
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 12, 2013


Legendary comedian Billy Crystal stopped by last night's Late Show with David Letterman on CBS and asked Dave about rumors of a recent fist fight between the talk show host and Regis Philbin during a recent performance of Crystal's one-man Broadway show, '700 Sundays.'

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