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In Memoriam: Marilyn Bergman

Emmy-, Grammy-, and Oscar-winning lyricist Marilyn Bergman died January 8 in Los Angeles. Born Marilyn Keith on November 10, 1928, in Brooklyn, she majored in music at New York’s High School of Music & Art. While a student, she would … Continue reading

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Today in Musical History: Yentl

The Oscar-nominated musical Yentl received its wide release on Jan. 6, 1984, some 15 years after Barbra Streisand originally secured the film rights. Produced by Larry DeWaay with Rusty Lemorande and Streisand, the film is based on Leah Napolin and … Continue reading

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