Poet Rod McKuen Sells Millions Through Songs and Poems
Hollywood AP profile of Rod McKuen, a self taught poet composer and lyricist, who has sold 14 million poetry copies and written nearly 1 000 songs. He discusses his career, awards, and belief in one core statement conveyed across books and music.
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Sneak previews shape fate of films in modern studios
Hollywood report notes sneak previews test a film with audience reactions impacting cuts and release. Industry figures like Bill Golden and Ernest Lehman discuss value and risks, while observers describe preview lounges and the thrill of reading comment cards for future box office fate.
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Virginia Woolf
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Singing duo Sandler and Young lead NBC Music Hall summer shows
The NBC Music Hall will present new summer programs featuring the singing team Sandler and Young in London and Hawaii productions, plus Judy Carne from Laugh‑In and Don Hoe. The Belgian Sandler and New Yorker Young rose from Las Vegas revues to TV. Their quiet charm and multilingual numbers anchor a lean summer slate with plans for more talk and banter.
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Judy Carne
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Don Hoe
Gregorian Boys Choir
Pope Pius XII
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Polly Bergen
Freddie Fields
Polly
Mery Griffin
Ed Sullivan
New York Plaza
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Penn State
Contrary Scot i sizzles on Broadway amid praise and peril
British actor Nicol Williamson speaks on stage craft and fame at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater where Wariet draws crowds. He recalls past clashes with David Merrick, notes his temper not defining him, and admits fears of marriage while prioritizing work and a potential repertory project with Tony Richardson.
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