Joe Darion
Joe Darion · Arts & Literature
Lyricist of Man of La Mancha ('The Impossible Dream')
1917, New York City, United States — 2001, Manchester Center, Vermont, United States
United States
Joe Darion is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Lyricist of Man of La Mancha ('The Impossible Dream')
Darion, a Jewish American lyricist, wrote the words to 'Man of La Mancha' (1965), including its anthem 'The Impossible Dream (The Quest)', which won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The song became a lasting standard of hope and idealism. He also co-wrote the opera 'The Golem'.
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Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews
Lyricist of Man of La Mancha ('The Impossible Dream')
Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews
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