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Words and Music by Jerry Herman

The life and career of legendary Broadway composer/lyricist Jerry Herman
Apr 1, 2007 · 1h 26m
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WORDS AND MUSIC is the story of one of Broadway's iconic figures: the composer/lyricist of Hello, Dolly!, Mame and La Cage aux Folles. Jerry Herman and an all-star cast, chart his rise from 1950s off-Broadway through all of his smash hits. Featuring never-before-seen footage of original stage performances, and a score full of classic show tunes.

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Jerry Herman
Self
Carol Channing
Self
Angela Lansbury
Self
George Hearn
Self
Michael Feinstein
Self
Charles Nelson Reilly
Self
Arthur Laurents
Self
Fred Ebb
Self
Directed by Amber Edwards

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
$300
Revenue
—
Production
New Jersey Public Television
Country
US

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