Rodgers and Hammerstein Celebration
Sunday, August 16th, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Oscar Andy Hammerstein III will host a free celebration of the musical partnership of his grandfather--lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II--and composer Richard Rodgers. The critically- and popularly-acclaimed duo wrote the words and music to South Pacific, The Sound of Music, State Fair, The King and I, Oklahoma!, and Carousel. Songs from those musicals will be performed by Broadway Pops International.
They were awarded thirty-four Tony Awards, fifteen Academy Awards, two Pulitzer Prizes, two Grammy Awards, and two Emmy Awards for their work.
The program is suggested for ages 5 and up. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kensington Library
4207 18th Avenue
between E. 2nd and E. 3rd streets
Kensington, Brooklyn
(718) 436-0545