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New musical 'Myth' at O'Neill stars John Lloyd Young
Courant Staff WriterWill it be a hit, or a "Myth" — or both? John Lloyd Young, who won a Tony Award for his portrayal of Frankie Valli in "Jersey Boys," will head the cast in the new musical "Myth," which is getting a staged reading next week at the National Music...Tags: Christopher Walken, Laurie Anderson, Joanne Woodward, Goodman Theatre, Wesleyan University
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Some Drama, Some Comedy, Some Of It Unintentional
Courant Staff WriterTalk about drama. The 2007-08 Connecticut theater season got off to a nail-biting start when, a few days after the opening of Hartford Stage's "Our Town," actor Hal Holbrook, giving one of the best performances of his career, dropped out because of...Tags: Paul Newman, Yale Repertory Theatre, Joanne Woodward, Westport, Music Theater
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Thoroughly Elaine Stritch
Courant Staff WriterElaine Stritch is still trying to figure it all out. The tough-talking Broadway star shared her vulnerable side and some tasty and telling backstage stories in her 2002 solo bio-show, "Elaine Stritch At Liberty." You would think winning a Tony for that...Tags: Tourism and Leisure, Celebrity Mothers, Broadway, Samuel Beckett, Celebrity
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Edward Albee, Kathleen Turner, Alternately At-Odds, In-Synch
Courant Staff WriterKathleen Turner leans forward in the cushy leather chair, her feet in pounce position, her hands flying expressively, her husky voice passionate, irreverent and raw. Next to her, Edward Albee casually slouches back, his legs crossed in relaxed repose,...Tags: Bill Irwin, Esther Williams, Kathleen Turner, Bette Davis, Elizabeth Taylor
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Camp says it's unaffected by health of founder, Paul Newman
The future of the camp founded by actor Paul Newman to benefit critically ill children will be unaffected by the actor's health, the camp's executive director said Saturday. The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, named for the group of outlaws made famous by...Tags: Butch Cassidy, Paul Newman, Health and Safety at School, Trinity College, Connecticut, Gang Activity
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Newman's friend says actor battling cancer
The Associated PressPaul Newman, the legendary actor and philanthropist, is battling cancer, his longtime neighbor and business partner said today. Newman, 83, has recently appeared gaunt in photos, and dropped plans to direct a play in his Connecticut hometown. Writer A.E....Tags: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Westport, Celebrity, Butch Cassidy
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Joanne Woodward, Paul Newman
Paul Newman, the legendary actor and philanthropist, is battling cancer, his longtime neighbor and business partner said Wednesday. Newman, 83, has recently appeared gaunt in photos, and dropped plans to direct a play in his Connecticut hometown....Tags: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Westport, Celebrity, Butch Cassidy
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Newman does have cancer, longtime neighbor says
Paul Newman, the legendary actor and philanthropist, is battling cancer, his longtime neighbor and business partner said yesterday. Newman, 83, has recently appeared gaunt in photos, and dropped plans to direct a play in his Connecticut hometown. Writer...Tags: Paul Newman, Diseases, Film Festivals, Cancer, Celebrity
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Paul Newman's friend says actor has cancer
Associated Press WriterPaul Newman has always been a fiercely private man, shunning the trappings of fame wrought by his Hollywood career while immersing himself in auto racing, philanthropy and a multimillion-dollar food business. Addressing reports that he was fighting...Tags: Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward, Westport, Celebrity, Butch Cassidy
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Summer Stages Fill With Sound, Fury, Fun
Courant Staff WriterSo many shows. So little time. Summer may be hammock time for many, but for theater fans, it's high season, with more shows than ever in Connecticut and, for the gasoline-extravagant, beyond. Dress casually, pack a picnic, and remember to turn off...Tags: Carrie Fisher, Faye Dunaway, Broadway, Health and Safety at School, Waterford
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