Lee Adams

Lee Adams (1924–1989) was an American composer, songwriter and lyricist.

Also recorded as Lee Richard Adams.

Lee Adams in brief

Born
1924
Died
1989
Known for
composer, songwriter, lyricist, librettist and writer
Place of birth
Mansfield
Contents

Overview

Recorded at birth as Lee Richard Adams.

Born at Mansfield in 1924, died in 1989.

In detail

Lee Adams studied at Ohio State University, Columbia University and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. the recorded working language is English.

Residence is recorded at Briarcliff Manor.

Works named in the authority record are Bye Bye Birdie, Golden Boy, It's a Bird...It's a Plane...It's Superman and Applause.

Distinctions recorded are Tony Award for Best Musical.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Lee Adams”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q6512930: Lee Adams

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