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Adolph Green

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Adolph Green · Arts & Literature

What

Lyricist and librettist

When

1914, The Bronx, New York, United States — 2002, New York City, United States

Where

United States

Biography

Adolph Green is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Lyricist and librettist

How & why

Adolph Green, with lifelong partner Betty Comden, wrote the books and lyrics for many landmark American musicals and films, including 'On the Town,' 'Singin' in the Rain' and 'The Band Wagon.' Their witty, urbane writing defined the mid-century Broadway and Hollywood musical. He came from a Hungarian-Jewish immigrant family.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music

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Lyricist and librettist

1914

Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music