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Date of Death: January 27, 1972 (60)

Birth Place: New Orleans, LA, USA

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THE ADDAMS FAMILY Plays Final Broadway Performance Today
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 31, 2011


The Broadway production of the hit musical comedy THE ADDAMS FAMILY will end its run at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th St.) today at 2 PM after 725 performances and 34 previews.

THE LION KING Celebrates Sold Out Engagement At The Buell Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 29, 2011


With eight performances still remaining in Denver, Disney's THE LION KING is already celebrating a sold-out, record-breaking engagement at The Buell Theatre.

Smuin Ballet Returns With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 14, 2011


Baby, it's cold outside but it'll sizzle around the Bay Area when Smuin Ballet kicks off the holidays with its 2011 edition of THE CHRISTMAS BALLET. The two distinct acts, Classical Christmas and Cool Christmas, are filled to the brim with an eye-catching array of ballet, tap, and jazz, celebrating every imaginable holiday flavor from serene and spiritual, hilarious and hopeful, to downright ready to party.

New Orleans Ballet Association Announces 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 11, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) launches its 2011-2012 season of dance with six exhilarating companies featuring some of the most significant and distinctive choreography today, including three New Orleans debuts and a world premiere. Single tickets for the 2011-2012 season go on sale Tuesday, September 6. Ticket prices range from $20-$125. Season ticket buyers save up to 20 percent off the single ticket price by purchasing a season ticket package.

ADDAMS FAMILY Tour Cuts Back Chicago Engagement
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 4, 2011


The upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY- a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams- has trimmed down its Chicago engageent, according to the Chicago Tribune. The show, which was scheduled to play The show will now play December 13 through January 1, will now run December 27 through January 1 at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Broadway Smash Plays Arsht Center - Opens Tonight!
by Beau Higgins - Oct 25, 2011


Full casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams. THE ADDAMS FAMILY is scheduled to open the Adrienne Arsht Center's Broadway in Miami 2011-2012 season, with performances from October 25-30, 2011. Tickets start at $27 and may be purchased through the Adrienne Arsht Center box office by calling (305) 949-6722, or online at www.arshtcenter.org.

Fox Renews WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW Through 2014
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 25, 2011


The Fox Network has renewed THE WENDY WILLIAMS SHOW for two more seasons.

Penumbra Theatre Presents A Special Mahalia Jackson Tribute 10/21-23
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2011


Penumbra Theatre Company and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church announce a special musical tribute to Mahalia Jackson, the Queen of Gospel, marking the 100th anniversary of her birth.

New Orleans Ballet Association Announces 2011-2012 Season
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) launches its 2011-2012 season of dance with six exhilarating companies featuring some of the most significant and distinctive choreography today, including three New Orleans debuts and a world premiere. Single tickets for the 2011-2012 season go on sale Tuesday, September 6. Ticket prices range from $20-$125. Season ticket buyers save up to 20 percent off the single ticket price by purchasing a season ticket package.

NOBA Will Open Season with Mark Morris Dance Group Performance, Oct. 22
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is pleased to announce that its 2011-2012 season of dance will open with the world-renowned Mark Morris Dance Group at the Mahalia Jackson Theater on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 8:00 PM.

NOBA Announces 2011-2012 Season, Begins With Mark Morris Dance Group
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) launches its 2011-2012 season of dance with six exhilarating companies featuring some of the most significant and distinctive choreography today, including three New Orleans debuts and a world premiere.

Penumbra Theatre Presents A Special Mahalia Jackson Tribute 10/21-23
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2011


Penumbra Theatre Company and Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church announce a special musical tribute to Mahalia Jackson, the Queen of Gospel, marking the 100th anniversary of her birth.

New Orleans Ballet Association Announces 2011-2012 Season
by Carly Rosemore - Oct 18, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) launches its 2011-2012 season of dance with six exhilarating companies featuring some of the most significant and distinctive choreography today, including three New Orleans debuts and a world premiere. Single tickets for the 2011-2012 season go on sale Tuesday, September 6. Ticket prices range from $20-$125. Season ticket buyers save up to 20 percent off the single ticket price by purchasing a season ticket package.

NOBA Will Open Season with Mark Morris Dance Group Performance, Oct. 22
by Carly Rosemore - Oct 18, 2011


The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is pleased to announce that its 2011-2012 season of dance will open with the world-renowned Mark Morris Dance Group at the Mahalia Jackson Theater on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 8:00 PM.

Smuin Ballet Returns With THE CHRISTMAS BALLET
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 17, 2011


Baby, it's cold outside but it'll sizzle around the Bay Area when Smuin Ballet kicks off the holidays with its 2011 edition of THE CHRISTMAS BALLET. The two distinct acts, Classical Christmas and Cool Christmas, are filled to the brim with an eye-catching array of ballet, tap, and jazz, celebrating every imaginable holiday flavor from serene and spiritual, hilarious and hopeful, to downright ready to party.

Full Casting Announced For THE ADDAMS FAMILY Broadway Smash Plays Arsht Center
by Beau Higgins - Oct 15, 2011


Full casting has been announced for the upcoming national tour of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a new musical based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams. THE ADDAMS FAMILY is scheduled to open the Adrienne Arsht Center's Broadway in Miami 2011-2012 season, with performances from October 25-30, 2011. Tickets start at $27 and may be purchased through the Adrienne Arsht Center box office by calling (305) 949-6722, or online at www.arshtcenter.org.

Idol Fantasia Barrino to Discuss Pregnancy Scandal on 'Wendy Williams', 10/11
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 11, 2011


American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino will appear on 'The Wendy Williams Show' today to discuss the rumors of a pregnancy with a married man.

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