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SUMMARY:George Abbott - Mr. Broadway
DESCRIPTION:George Abbott’s career in American theatre is unmatched in scope and longevity. Known as “Mr. Broadway\,” Abbott was a director\, producer\, playwright\, and occasional actor whose work shaped the golden age of the American musical. Over a career spanning more than 90 years\, he staged and produced some of Broadway’s biggest hits\, from Pal Joey and On the Town to The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees. His sharp instincts for storytelling\, pacing\, and casting made him a legend in the industry. \nIn this multimedia presentation\, we’ll explore Abbott’s extraordinary life and career\, beginning with his early work as a playwright and director in the 1920s and continuing through his record-setting run of Broadway successes. We’ll look at his collaborations with top talents like Richard Rodgers\, Lorenz Hart\, Betty Comden\, Adolph Green\, Richard Adler\, Jerry Ross\, and Bob Fosse — and how Abbott nurtured young performers who went on to stardom. \nThrough rare photographs\, video clips\, and behind-the-scenes stories\, we’ll see how Abbott’s work influenced generations of theatre professionals. Whether you know him from his classic musicals\, his sharp comedies\, or his role in shaping the careers of Broadway greats\, this program offers a fascinating look at the man who helped define what a Broadway show could be. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/george-abbott-mr-broadway/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
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