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 … Continue reading
Few names are as central to the story of Broadway as George Abbott, yet many theatergoers today are unfamiliar with him. Abbott’s career spanned nearly nine decades, during which he wore almost every hat possible in the theater—actor, writer, director, … Continue reading
With a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. 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
With a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. 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
With a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. 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