Jack Viertel (#39) January, 2005

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Jack Viertel (#39) January, 2005

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51 minutes

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Feb 16, 2007

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Jack Viertel, artistic director of the "Encores!" series at New York City Center, traces the evolution of the acclaimed concert stagings of little-seen musicals and offers a glimpse into how their classic shows come together with a short rehearsal period for a five-performance run. Original air date - January 21, 2005.

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Feb 16, 2007

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The American Theatre Wing presents Downstage Center a weekly theatrical interview show, featuring the top artists working in theatre, both on and Off-Broadway and around the country.

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Jack Viertel (#39) January, 2005

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