The American Songbook and the Broadway Musical
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 8:00 PM · Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at FAU, Jupiter
Step into the Golden Age of Melody and discover the remarkable music that helped define Broadway and an entire era of American culture. Legendary composers and lyricists including George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, Jerome Kern, and Rodgers and Hammerstein created a timeless musical legacy that continues to captivate audiences today. Explore the fascinating stories behind beloved songs and the theatrical productions that brought them to life, made famous by iconic performers such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Michael Feinstein. Celebrating nearly a century of artistic brilliance, this engaging lecture explores the history, creativity, wit, and enduring appeal of the Great American Songbook.
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