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Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music

Private Venue

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, … Continue reading

South Pacific – A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific

Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

South Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's masterpiece combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II with an … Continue reading

South Pacific – A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific

Palos Heights Public Library 12501 S. 71st Avenue, Palos Heights, IL, United States

South Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's masterpiece combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II with an … Continue reading

Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music

Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United States

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

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Offbeat Broadway

Private Venue

The Tony Awards are right around the corner, so let's celebrate with laughs and some great music! I've learned that some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. If you think … Continue reading

South Pacific – A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific

Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL

South Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's masterpiece combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II with an … Continue reading

Offbeat Broadway

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

The Tony Awards are right around the corner, so let's celebrate with laughs and some great music! I've learned that some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. If you think … Continue reading

George Gershwin

Private Venue

In a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading