Charles Beauclerk Gaynor (born April 3, 1907, Boston, Massachusetts[1] – December 18, 1975, Washington, D.C.) was an American musical composer. His revues include Lend an Ear (1948) and Show Girl (1961), and he contributed songs to the 1973 revival of Irene, and the London production Sweeter and Lower.[2]

Gene Kelly had his first position as a choreographer with the Charles Gaynor musical revue Hold Your Hats at the Pittsburgh Playhouse in April 1938.[3]

References

  1. ^ VIAF
  2. ^ Green, Stanley (1980). Encyclopedia of the Musical Theatre. New York City: Da Capo Press. p. 145. ISBN 0-306-80113-2.
  3. ^ John Willis' Theatre World Volume 32 - Page 264 (1977)
    obituary: "CHARLES GAYNOR, 66. writer of sketches, music and lyrics, died of a heart attack Dec 19, 1975 in Washington, D.C. He was the creator of Lend an Ear [1948] and Show Girl [1961], starring Carol Channing."


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