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Martin Charnin

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Martin Charnin · Arts & Literature

What

Lyricist and director of Annie

When

1934, New York City, USA — 2019, Norwalk, Connecticut, USA

Where

United States

Biography

Martin Charnin is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Lyricist and director of Annie

How & why

Martin Charnin was an American lyricist, director and producer best known for conceiving, directing and writing the lyrics for the hit Broadway musical 'Annie' (1977), which won the Tony Award for Best Musical; his lyrics include the song 'Tomorrow'. He began his career as an actor in the original 'West Side Story'. He was of Ashkenazi Jewish descent.

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Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews

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Lyricist and director of Annie

1977

Source: Jinfo.org — Broadway and Hollywood musicals written by Jews