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Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music

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Cole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His melodies were sublime. His lyrics were creative, witty, sophisticated, original, and naughty. Cole Porter was the ultimate European-oriented sophisticate - yet he was born in tiny Peru, Indiana! … Continue reading

Women Writers Of Broadway Musicals

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With a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. Ā Oscar Hammerstein. Lin-Manuel Miranda. Irving Berlin. Stephen Sondheim. Call Porter. All were great! But it is no longer just a man's world! Today, we feature … Continue reading

1948: America 75 Years Ago (AM)

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Iā€™m back with the latest installment of my popular ā€œTime Capsuleā€ series! Each session will explore the yearā€™s top news stories, top movies and shows, famous birds and deaths, what things cost, and so much more! In this session, we … Continue reading

1948: America 75 Years Ago (PM)

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Iā€™m back with the latest installment of my popular ā€œTime Capsuleā€ series! Each session will explore the yearā€™s top news stories, top movies and shows, famous birds and deaths, what things cost, and so much more! In this session, we … Continue reading

Best Actors Never to Win an Oscar

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America has been in love with the movies for over 100 years. And every year the race for the Oscar is closely watched by movie fans around the world. Winning the Academy award connotes something special in the history of … Continue reading

The West Wing

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The West Wing is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time. LIVE IN PERSON The brainchild of Aaron Sorkin reminded us that many people who go into government do so because they care deeply about our … Continue reading

Gene Kelly

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It is one of the single most iconic moments in the history of the movies: Gene Kelly dancing with absolute joy in a rainstorm in Singing In The Rain. That unforgettable moment showcasesĀ so many things - a brilliant dancer and … Continue reading

The King And I – Story Of The Real Anna

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"The King and I " is one of the most beloved musicals. The gorgeous music, lavish sets, phenomenal costumes, and fascinating storyline combine to make The King and I a musical that has had decades of popularity on Broadway and … Continue reading

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Women Writers Of Broadway Musicals

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With a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. Ā Oscar Hammerstein. Lin-Manuel Miranda. Irving Berlin. Stephen Sondheim. Call Porter. All were great! But it is no longer just a man's world! Today, we feature … Continue reading