Persistence Paid For Clifton Davis
AP writer William Glover describes Clifton Davis rising from a discouraging start to Broadway. A talent agency doubted him after a poor audition, a drama coach questioned his talent, yet Davis persisted and found acting work, arguing pride can hinder success as he becomes a solid part of this season's theater scene.
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Clifton Davis
Broadway
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Peter Falk Early Career Rise to Stage and Screen
The piece traces Peter Falk's rise from TV pilot and Columbo to Broadway success in The Prisoner of Second Avenue. It notes his mixed roots, New York upbringing, and early theater work, plus his Emmy and Oscar nominations and the mix of film and TV success driving his busy career.
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Cynthia Lowry
New York
Peter Falk
Columbo
NBC
Second Avenue
Hollywood
John Gilberts
Robert Taylors
Tyrone Powers
Falk
Thomas Mitchell
Neil Simon
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Ossining
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Eva LeGallienne
Frank Capra
Bridge Problem Shows How to Count Defenders’ Shape
South dealer declares 3NT after West leads spades. By observing East’s play and West’s signaling, declarer deduces West started with six spades and distributes hand values. A cautious diamond lead and strategic finesse yield three notrump, demonstrating counting to tame defenders.
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Steinberg on Tap: I Don’t Do Jokes in Comedy Craft
David Steinberg explains his approach to stand up and writing his own material. He aims for spontaneity and a clear point of view rather than relying on monologue jokes. He learns tap to diversify TV acts and emphasizes personal, exact images over pandering to audiences.
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David
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