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Henry Krieger
Who
Henry Krieger · Arts & Literature
What
Composer of Dreamgirls
When
1945, New York City, United States
Where
United States
Biography
Henry Krieger is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Composer of Dreamgirls
How & why
Krieger is an American composer best known for writing the music of the Broadway hit 'Dreamgirls' (1981), as well as 'Side Show' and 'The Tap Dance Kid', producing enduring songs such as 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going'. He is documented as Jewish in Jewish biographical references, and was born in New York City.
Sources & external links
Verify and go deeper with these external references.
Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews
Contributions & Sources
Composer of Dreamgirls
1981
Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews
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