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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Harold Prince

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of Harold Prince. He has produced and directed many familiar musical theater shows on Broadway, such as Fiddler on the Roof and West Side Story, and has won 21 Tony Awards for his work. Includes a profile, videos, and a photo...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: The Tech: Tommy Tune Gets Another Smash Hit in Bye Bye Birdie

For Students 9th - 10th
Review of revival Broadway show "Bye Bye Birdie", starring Tommy Tune, focusses on Tune's talents and performace.
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Leonard Bernstein

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Leonard Bernstein (1918-1990 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
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Other

Todd & Sharon Peach: Oscar Hammerstein on Jerome Kern

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a moving tribute for Jerome Kern after his death by friend and partner Oscar Hammerstein II. He discuss his life and impact.
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Black Past

Black Past: Bert Williams

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article gives a good overview of the life of Bert Williams, a black entertainer of the early 1900's who broke many color lines.
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Curated OER

Etc: Maps Etc: Southern Portion of New York City, 1903

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1903 of the southern portion of New York City showing streets, rivers, parks, railroads, elevated railroads, Broadway cable road, and horse cars. Some features indicated on the map are Madison Square Garden, Bellevue Hospital,...