b'Publicity photo of Carol Channing and David Burns in Broadway play, Hello,Dolly! | Public DomainAmerican Composer Jerry HermanBy Arnie FinkelJune 14, 2 p.m. (Bradford movie theater) American composer and lyricist Jerry Herman could be the man for whom the term show tune was coined. Nominated for best score of a Broadway show five times (Milk and Honey, Hello, Dolly!, Mame, The Grand Tour & La Cage aux Folles), he took home a Tony for Dolly and La Cage, with twenty years between the two. His trademarkupbeat big grin and high kick numbers which cry out for full chorus line backing. His songs also cry out for strong female leads to carry the tune. Think Carol Channing, Leslie Uggams and Chita Rivera to name a few. So, why are women so important in his shows? Youll learn the answer as Arnie explores his life, his work and his impact on American musical theater. Get ready for a toe-tappingafternoon! 44'

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