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Date of Death: September 17, 1997 (84)

Birth Place: Vincennes, IN, USA

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ABC Rings in the Holidays with Series & Specials All Season Long
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 26, 2016


ABC will ring in the holidays with series and specials all season long, celebrating warmth, fun and family. From Thanksgiving through the New Year, ABC will be the place to go 'Home for the Holidays.'

AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Stars to Join THE ILLUSIONISTS on Broadway This Winter
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 20, 2016


'America's Got Talent' triumphant runner-up, The Clairvoyants, will star in THE ILLUSIONISTS - TURN OF THE CENTURY. Fans will be able to see Thommy Ten and Amelie van Tass on Broadway this holiday season. Performances begin November 25, 2016 through January 1, 2017.

Comedian Willie Barcena TELLS IT LIKE IT IS In Latest Comedy Special
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 22, 2016


In "Willie Barcena: The Truth Hurts", the comedian's latest comedy special, Willie isn't afraid to share his feelings on everything from questioning God, his explanation of natural disasters, a history of women according to the Bible, raising his sons, his revelation in a gay club, to marrying a woman with large feet. Filmed live in El Paso, Texas, "The Truth Hurts" is the third in a trilogy of critically acclaimed live specials, all dealing with Willie's propensity to tell it like it is -- "Willie Barcena: Deal With It" (Comedy Central, 2009), and "Willie Barcena: I Gotta Be Honest" (Showtime, 2012). 

Red Skelton Tribute Set for Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum, 6/18
by Tyler Peterson - May 17, 2016


Actor Brian Hoffman brings back happy memories of 'Red' and his clean, creative, family humor that was part of early television on Saturday June 18, 2016 at 8:00PM at the Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum.

2nd Annual Celebration of American Circus Held at Lincoln Center
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 13, 2016


It was a big night under the big top as Circus Now together with the Big Apple Circus, in association with Executive Producer and Director Jonathan S. Cerullo, JSC Theatricals, presented the 2nd Annual Celebration of American Circusat the Big Top at Lincoln Center on January 5, 2016. For the second year, the Celebration of American Circus boasted an impressive roster of honorees, all of whom have spent decades furthering the appreciation of circus arts in America. Four prominent artists and organizations were recognized for distinguished achievements in the American circus arts.

Lee Greenwood's Appearance on Hit TV Series REFLECTIONS to Re-Air Week of Nov. 2
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 1, 2015


Patriotic icon and country music legend Lee Greenwood will be featured in a poignant interview with Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame DJ and radio host, Keith Bilbrey on “Reflections” scheduled to re-air throughout the week of November 2.

ABC Announces 2015 Holiday Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 21, 2015


ABC celebrates the joy of the holidays with special programming, including "It's Your 50th Christmas, Charlie Brown," "Toy Story 20th Anniversary Special" and an all-new series, "The Great Holiday Baking Show."

Bobby Rydell Returns to the Suncoast Showroom This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Oct 17, 2015


Bobby Rydell, all-American boy of the Baby Boom era, will perform his rock 'n' roll hits at the Suncoast Showroom this weekend, Oct. 17 and 18.

Bobby Rydell Returning to the Suncoast Showroom, 10/17-18
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 23, 2015


Bobby Rydell, all-American boy of the Baby Boom era, will perform his rock 'n' roll hits at the Suncoast Showroom Oct. 17 and 18.

Actress & Recording Star Monica Lewis, Voice of Chiquita Banana, Dies at 93
by TV News Desk - Jun 12, 2015


Monica Lewis, a former Benny Goodman vocalist who headlined the very first broadcast of the 'Ed Sullivan Show,' was THE VOICE of the popular Chiquita BANANA cartoons, clowned opposite Jerry Lewis, Red Skelton and Danny Kaye, turned down a marriage proposal from Ronald Reagan and went on to play co-starring roles in such films as 'Earthquake,' 'Airport 1975' and 'The Concorde--Airport '79,' died on June 12 of natural causes at her apartment in Woodland Hills, CA. She was 93.

Lee Greenwood Announces National Tour Launching This Summer
by Caryn Robbins - May 14, 2015


Today, he announces his plans to embark on a national tour this summer, spanning the country from sea to shining sea.

FANCY PANTS SUPPER CLUB Set for Sala Rossa Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2015


Hot on the heels of last November's wonderful Fancy Pants Supper Club inaugural event, Kiss My Cabaret impresario and actor Danette MacKay and Renaissance man Harry Standjofski invite you to dress up, dine and be dazzled once again by the fabulous floor show, then trip the light fantastic to a swinging jazz quartet. Polish your finery; one night only, at the charming La Sala Rossa, tonight. April 18.

FANCY PANTS SUPPER CLUB Set for Sala Rossa, 4/18
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 30, 2015


Hot on the heels of last November's wonderful Fancy Pants Supper Club inaugural event, Kiss My Cabaret impresario and actor Danette MacKay and Renaissance man Harry Standjofski invite you to dress up, dine and be dazzled once again by the fabulous floor show, then trip the light fantastic to a swinging jazz quartet. Polish your finery; one night only, at the charming La Sala Rossa, Sat. April 18.

BWW Reviews: Giddy Comedy Gold in Seattle Shakes' TARTUFFE
by Jay Irwin - Mar 23, 2015


Moliere's "Tartuffe" is already a classic drink from the comedy well from which many have drawn. But what director Makaela Pollock and the folks at Seattle Shakespeare Company have done with their current production is to take that comedy and reinvigorated it with a kind of screwball comedy style making the already funny downright giddy hilarity.

Contra Costa Civic Theatre Continues 55th Anniversary Season with Comedy, The Foreigner, April 3-26
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 7, 2015


Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) continues its 55th season with one of the most popular American comedies, The Foreigner, directed by Ken Sonkin in his CCCT debut, from April 3-26, 2015. Performances will be Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm at the theatre.

Bobby Rydell to Play Suncoast Showroom Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2015


Bobby Rydell, All-American boy of the Baby Boom era, will perform his rock n' roll hits at the Suncoast Showroom tonight, January 10 and tomorrow, January 11.

Bobby Rydell to Play Suncoast Showroom, 1/10-11
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 15, 2014


Bobby Rydell, All-American boy of the Baby Boom era, will perform his rock n' roll hits at the Suncoast Showroom January 10 and 11.

FLASH FRIDAY: 27 Wonderful Takes On Frank Loesser's Wintry Holiday Showstopper 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'
by Pat Cerasaro - Nov 28, 2014


Marking 27 days until Christmas, today we pay tribute to an instantly recognizable Oscar-winning seasonal selection penned by Golden Age Broadway and Hollywood music master Frank Loesser, 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'.

ABC Announces Special Holiday Programming
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2014


ABC celebrates the joy of the holidays, including the world premiere of Pixar Animation Studios', “Toy Story That Time Forgot,” the return of the competition series, “The Great Christmas Light Fight,” special musical performances on “CMA Country Christmas,” and classic, animated Christmas specials from Walt Disney Animation Studios, PEANUTS, DreamWorks Animation and Dr. Seuss, among others.

The Golden Boys Play Tonight the Mayo Center
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2014


Enjoy an evening of musical memories featuring three original American idols - Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell - when Dick Fox's The Golden Boys returns to Mayo Performing Arts Center tonight, October 11, 2014 at 8 pm.

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