Jerry Herman
Jerry Herman · Arts & Literature
Composer-lyricist of Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles
1931, New York City, United States — 2019, Miami, Florida, United States
United States
Jerry Herman is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Composer-lyricist of Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles
Herman was one of Broadway's foremost composer-lyricists, creating the scores for 'Hello, Dolly!', 'Mame' and 'La Cage aux Folles', all major hits. Raised in a Jewish family in New York, he won multiple Tony Awards and was celebrated for his melodic, optimistic songcraft. His work helped define the golden age of the American musical.
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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
Composer-lyricist of Hello, Dolly! and La Cage aux Folles
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
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