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Date of Death: September 17, 1997 (84)

Birth Place: Vincennes, IN, USA

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BRONIES: THE MUSICAL Opens at Third Street Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2014


Third Street Theatre in association with Oddbird Theatricals is thrilled to present the World Premiere, fully-realized production of the Hollywood Fringe Festival Best Musical Award-winning, BRONIES: THE MUSICAL, with music by Joe Greene, book and lyrics by Heidi Powers and Tom Moore, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Jennifer Lin and direction by Richard Israel. BRONIES: THE MUSICAL began previews Thursday, September 25; will open tonight, September 27 and run through Sunday, November 1 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood.

BRONIES: THE MUSICAL to Open at Third Street Theatre, 9/27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2014


Third Street Theatre in association with Oddbird Theatricals is thrilled to present the World Premiere, fully-realized production of the Hollywood Fringe Festival Best Musical Award-winning, BRONIES: THE MUSICAL, with music by Joe Greene, book and lyrics by Heidi Powers and Tom Moore, choreography by John Todd, musical direction by Jennifer Lin and direction by Richard Israel. BRONIES: THE MUSICAL will begin previews on Thursday, September 25; will open on Friday, September 27 and run through Sunday, November 1 at the THIRD STREET THEATRE, 8115 W. Third Street in West Hollywood.

The Golden Boys to Play the Mayo Center, 10/11
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2014


Enjoy an evening of musical memories featuring three original American idols - Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell - when Dick Fox's The Golden Boys returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 8 pm. Tickets are $69-99.

Broadway Producer Behind MUMMENSCHANZ, Arthur Shafman, Passes Away at 75
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2014


Broadway producer Arthur Shafman passed away July 28, 2014. He was 75.

bergenPAC Adds PINKALICIOUS, FANCY NANCY THE MUSICAL & More to Schedule
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 2, 2014


Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood New Jersey is excited to present An Evening with Jay Black: 76th Birthday Party Saturday, November 1st at 8PM, Pinkalicious the Musical on Sunday, November 16th at 1PM & 4PM, Wild Kratts Live, Sunday November 30th at 1PM and Fancy Nancy the Musical, Sunday March 8th at 1PM & 4PM- tickets for these four shows go on sale Friday, June 6th at 11AM. Be sure to reserve your tickets at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling bergenPAC's Box Office at 201.227.1030.

Bobby Rydell to Play Las Vegas' Suncoast Showroom, 4/25-27
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 26, 2014


Bobby Rydell, All-American boy of the Baby Boom era, performs his rock n' roll hits at the Suncoast Showroom April 25, 26 and 27.

Arnez J.'s RACIALLY MOTIVATED Now Available
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 4, 2014


Arnez J. tells it like it is with Racially Motivated. New Wave Dynamics has released the comedian's new special on digital audio and digital video today, February 4, 2014.

Virginia Rep Honors Pat Carroll at Second Annual Anything Goes Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2014


Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the second annual Anything Goes Gala tonight, February 1, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street.

DR. KILDARE Among Warner Archive's New Releases
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 21, 2014


Warner Archive Collection announces its latest releases!

Virginia Rep to Honor Pat Carroll at Second Annual Anything Goes Gala, 2/1
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 8, 2014


Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the second annual Anything Goes Gala on Saturday, February 1, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Hotel, 101 West Franklin Street. The gala will raise important funds for Virginia Rep and highlight professional theatre in Central Virginia. The black tie fundraiser will include cocktails in the Rotunda and dinner in the Main Ball Room, silent and live auctions, and featured entertainment from Scott Wichmann (Say Goodnight Gracie, The Producers, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), Stacey Cabaj (My Fair Lady, Sound of Music) and straight from Broadway as the lead role in the revival of Annie, Taylor Richardson. Taylor used to live in Richmond and played Susan Waverly in Virginia Rep's production of White Christmas.

Ritz Theater Begins Work on New Marquee Today
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 10, 2013


The Ritz Theater, the last remaining historic theater in the City of Newburgh, New York, is slated to begin work on a new marquee on Tuesday, December 10, 2013.

Michael Learned Set for THEATRE CHAT, 11/13
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 12, 2013


Tune in this Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 12:35 PM (ET) to join in the celebration with 'Mr. Showbusiness' on Jimmy Ferraro's THEATRE CHAT AND THIS 'N THAT, broadcasting live on WWJB -- regionally and nationally on the world wide web:www.wwjb.com/pages/4395150.php. This week's guest is Emmy-winning actress Michael Learned.

CHARLIE BROWN THANKSGIVING Among ABC's Holiday Programming Highlights
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 4, 2013


ABC celebrates the joy of the holidays, including the beloved animated special, “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving,” an all-new Hallmark Hall of Fame film, “Christmas in Conway,” the all-new competition series, “The Great Christmas Light Fight,”

BWW Interviews: Jaston Williams Answers the Question, IS THERE LIFE AFTER LUBBOCK?
by Kathy Strain - Oct 25, 2013


Named "…one of Texas' best storytellers!" by the Austin American-Statesman and recipient of the 2013 Texas Medal of Arts, don't miss this chance to join Jaston Williams alongside singer-songwriter Joe Ely and special guest Jo Carol Pierce for 'an evening filled with poetry, stories (real or otherwise), a few songs and a lot of laughs. Hear about everything from the cocktail mixing airplane pilot to the ocelot in the bedroom. Wear your house-shoes, sip on longnecks and try to help answer the question, Why Lubbock?

Property From Estate of Bob & Dolores Hope Set for Auction This September
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 6, 2013


Julien's Auctions, the world's premier celebrity and entertainment auction house, announced the exclusive auction of Property From The Collection of Bob and Dolores Hope

Rocky Mountain Deaf Theatre Presents James 'JJ' Jones, 4/12-13
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 5, 2013


James 'JJ' Jones has been deaf since birth, but can partially hear with his hearing aid. He first discovered 'pantomime' at an early age by watching the Red Skelton show, which was not captioned at the time. 'JJ' first performed mime in school at the age of 10.

The McCallum Theatre Announces Its Star-Studded 2013-14 Season
by David Green - Apr 2, 2013


The McCallum Theatre announced today its new lineup of world-class entertainment scheduled for the 2013-2014 season with Tony Award-winning musicals and plays, legendary performers, beloved singers, Desert favorites, and international artistry all part of a very full and exciting roster. Subscriptions go on sale on Monday, April 8th at 8am for the Rabobank Broadway Blockbuster Series, Broadway and Beyond Series, Fitz's Jazz Cafe at the McCallum Series, Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel Series, as well as a Create-Your-Own Series which allows patrons to mix, match, and program a full season of entertainment tailored to their own individual tastes.

Stage Veteran Garrett Lewis Passes Away at 77
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 5, 2013


Garrett Lewis, four time Academy Award nominated set decorator, dancer and actor, died Tuesday, January 29 at the age of 77. He was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1935 and died at his home in Woodland Hills, California of natural causes.

Original Teenage Idol Bobby Rydell Brings the Music of a Generation to the Suncoast Showroom, 1/11-13
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 7, 2012


Bobby Rydell, the international teenage sensation of the Baby Boom era, performs his carefree chart-toppers at the Suncoast Showroom January 11, 12 and 13.

Photo Coverage: Sue Raney Plays Feinstein's
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 8, 2012


Feinstein's at Loews Regency continues its Fall 2012 season with the premiere engagement of Grammy nominated jazz singer, Sue Raney. For her first New York nightclub engagement in 25 years, Raney is accompanied by her longtime colleague Alan Broadbent on piano, in addition to Harvie Swartz on bass and Bill Goodwin on drums. Part of the evening's repertoire will be drawn from their last two albums together: Heart's Desire: A Tribute to Doris Day and Listen Here. The show will run through November 10 at the Loews Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street).

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