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Charles Strouse (born June 7, 1928) is an American composer and lyricist best known for writing the music to such Broadway musicals as Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, and Annie . Life and career. Strouse was born in New York City, to Jewish parents, Ethel (née Newman) and Ira Strouse, who worked in the tobacco business.
- June 7, 1928 (age 95)
- Songwriter
- 1959–present
- New York City, United States
Charles Strouse (born June 7, 1928) is a three-time Tony Award, and a two–time Grammy and Emmy Award winning American composer and lyricist. Strouse was born and raised in New York City, the son of Ira and Ethel (Newman) Strouse. A graduate of the Eastman School of Music, Strouse studied under David Diamond, Aaron Copland and Nadia Boulanger.
Charles Strouse has written scores for over 30 stage musicals, including 14 for Broadway. He has also composed scores for five Hollywood films, two orchestral works and an opera. He has been inducted to the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Theatre Hall of Fame.
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Inductee. 1928 Born. 1985 Inducted. With partner Lee Adams wrote a string of Broadway hits in 1960s and 70s. Charles Strouse was born in New York City on June 7, 1928. He began taking piano lessons at the age of ten and at age 15 he entered the Eastman School of Music.
Charles Strouse has written scores for over 30 stage musicals, including 14 for Broadway. He has also composed scores for five Hollywood films, two orchestral works and an opera. He has been inducted to the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Theatre Hall of Fame.
Charles Strouse: The fact that it was an interracial love story meant nothing to me. I had known young black women in my life. Interviewer: What did it mean to the audience?
Jun 8, 2008 · At an age when most men would happily retire, Strouse is thinking about tomorrow himself. He's working on two projects he hopes to bring to Broadway, musical versions of The Night They Raided ...
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