Hammerstein
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Oscar, 1847?–1919, U.S. theatrical manager, born in Germany.
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his grandson Oscar II, 1895–1960, U.S. lyricist and librettist.
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Today, Sondheim ranks as the most influential figure in musical theater since the advent of Rodgers and Hammerstein.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
But the film captures a single evening, in which it becomes clear Rodgers has moved on to even greater success with new partner Oscar Hammerstein II, with the debut of their hit musical "Oklahoma!"
From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025
Leonard Bernstein’s score represented a significant and “difficult” departure from standard, hummable melodic show tunes of the Rodgers and Hammerstein variety.
From Salon • Aug. 9, 2025
“MSNBC Live 25” will return in October with a top ticket price of $1,086.05 for an evening session at the Manhattan Center’s Hammerstein Ballroom in New York.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2025
Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein II's Showboat of 1927 was a turning point in this respect, demonstrating what a well-written, clearly structured musical with a thought-provoking plot could be.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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