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Historical Musical Theater
Charlotte Kaufman, Director
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Thou Swell, Thou Witty
The brilliant and poetic lyrics of the American Songbook (also known as "standards") belong to a unique period which began in the 1920s when both the music and the words enjoyed equal importance. The Songbook was a synthesis of Broadway musical theater, Hollywood musicals and Tin Pan Alley and ended with the advent of Rock and Roll in the 1960s. In this program we pay homage to the wordsmiths.
Some composers, like Cole Porter and Irving Berlin, wrote both the music and the words for their songs. The outstanding lyricist, Larry Hart, crafted his lyrics to fit Richard Rodgers' tunes. Ira Gershwin did the same for George.
We will also feature John Kander and Fred Ebb, the next generation, and the longest running music and lyrics partnership in Broadway history. And we will include some less notable lyricists whose words we still remember, but haven't any idea who wrote them, and a couple of unpublished gems that are sure to delight you.
"It's a Sin To Tell a Lie". "We Can't Give You Anything But Love". We've told you
"Where and When" so don't be "Mean to Me" and come hear us "Sing for Your Supper!"
Performed by the same group who thrilled you last August at the Mahaiwe with FLY ME TO THE MOON, just released on CD. All BMT CD recordings will be available for purchase at this performance.
Featuring:
With:
Program conceived by:
Charlotte Kaufman and Ron Stillman
Directed by: Charlotte Kaufman
Some of the fabulous songs you will hear: