(Encyclopedia) Albemarle Sound, large inland body of generally fresh water, c.55 mi (90 km) long, from 3 to 14 mi (4.8–22 km) wide, NE N.C. Shallow and tideless, the sound is separated from the…
comedienne, singerBorn: 1/31/1921Birthplace: Seattle, Washington Comic actress best known for her roles in popular Broadway musicals, including Gentleman Prefer Blondes (1949) and Hello, Dolly (…
dancer, choreographerBorn: 2/28/1939Birthplace: Wichita Falls, Texas Tony Award-winning dancer and choreographer known for his innovative dances and his work in musical films. His Broadway…
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Juster, Norton
(Encyclopedia) Juster, Norton, 1929-2021, American author and architect, b. New York, N.Y. The son of a Jewish immigrant architect, Juster studied…
rock group Despite their name, and having performed at the Democratic National Convention, the group claims no political affiliation. In fact, the name was merely the last in a series of names—last…
film editorBorn: 1910Birthplace: Elmira, New York This adept film editor garnered many awards during his six-decade career in Hollywood. Reynolds won Academy Awards for his editing of The Sound of…
Monster Jokes
Why is it safe to tell a mummy your secret?
Why won't anyone kiss Dracula? He has bat breath! Why is it safe to tell a mummy your secret…
singer, songwriter, poetBorn: 12/8/1943Birthplace: Melbourne, Florida The lead singer and songwriter for the rock group The Doors, whose hit songs include “Light My Fire”, “People Are Strange”, “…
(Encyclopedia) Kelly, Gene, 1912–96, American dancer, choreographer, movie actor, and director, b. Pittsburgh as Eugene Curran Kelly. Kelly started dancing on Broadway in 1938 and first gained fame…
