Articles by Robin Pomatto

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March 3, 2023

In the Heights: 15 Facts for 15 Years

On March 9, 2008, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights made Washington Heights the talk of the town. In honor of the musical’s 15-year Broadway anniversary – and in no particular order – here are 15 fun facts and tidbits about the show.
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November 16, 2022

The Sharp Wit of Lorenz Hart: A Conversation with Andy Einhorn

Lorenz Hart’s bitingly clever lyrics, with their unpredictable rhymes, elevated musical theatre songwriting to the level of poetry. In this interview, gifted music director and conductor for Broadway and beyond, Andy Einhorn, discusses what makes Hart’s lyrics soar.
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May 16, 2022

Richard Rodgers: The Sound of PEGOT

Richard Rodgers was the first person to obtain a Pulitzer, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. Here’s a look at the decorated works that earned Rodgers his PEGOT status.
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March 11, 2022

The Musical Brilliance of Sweet Smell of Success

Marvin Hamlisch’s brassy score brought the noir classic Sweet Smell of Success to life on the Broadway stage 20 years ago. We reminisce on the shadowy world of ambition, betrayal, and genius musical motifs.
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December 1, 2021

Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”: The Melancholy Megahit

Berlin’s taut lyrical masterpiece was, in his own words, “the greatest song anybody ever wrote.” Here’s an in-depth look at the song’s genesis and legacy.
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June 1, 2021

Marvin Hamlisch: What He Did For PEGOT

Marvin Hamlisch is the only other person in history, after Richard Rodgers, to have won the PEGOT: the Pulitzer Prize and Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards. Here’s a look at each of Hamlisch’s PEGOT accolades.
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April 29, 2021

Irving Berlin: A Man of Many Seasons

No matter what time of year, it’s always a perfect time for an Irving Berlin tune.
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March 17, 2021

Concerts During Covid: What A Difference A Year Makes

From global shutdowns to socially-distant performances with top-rate Broadway talent, what a difference a year makes.
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March 4, 2021

Mary Rodgers: Anything But “Shy”

Writer Mary Rodgers, composer of Once Upon a Mattress and author of Freaky Friday, was an elegant raconteur of exquisite taste and infinite humor. In this profile, we explore the life and legacy of the groundbreaking artist.
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