As a writer of scripts I admire the crafter of great lyrics. We lost an amazing and prolific lyricist this week when Robert Hunter passed away at 78. If you, like me, enjoyed the music of "The Grateful Dead" you understand his importance to the band. He was one of the most influential and prolific … Continue reading In Memoriam – Robert Hunter
In Memoriam
RIP Michel Legrand
Got the news last night that prolific composer Michel Legrand has passed away. I loved his work, especially after seeing his film "The Umbrellas of Cherborg." One lesson you should take from my love for Michel Legrand is that you should always take my show reviews with a big fistful of salt. I gave a … Continue reading RIP Michel Legrand
The loss of Ricky Jay
Magician and actor Ricky Jay passed away this weekend at age 72. He was one of my favorite magician and I will always treasure his performance in one of my favorite movies "House of Games." I had the great luck to see him live onstage at Second Stage Theatre in "On The Stem." It was … Continue reading The loss of Ricky Jay
Farewell Ken Thompson
The second presidential debate was tonight. The Broadway season is heating up. There is lots going on. But I cannot avoid talking about Ken Thompson. I never met Ken Thompson. He was the district attorney from Brooklyn, not even a borough I visit much. He announced five days ago that he was taking a leave … Continue reading Farewell Ken Thompson
The Death of Edward Albee
I just got word of Edward Albee's passing. All Over. It was discovering Edward Albee that propelled me to be part of the theater community, to focus my career in performing arts, a lifetime of passionate theater going and ultimately my interesting in writing new plays. When I was in eighth grade our family moved … Continue reading The Death of Edward Albee
