Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Poetic Obituaries: In addition to musicians, he [Art D'Lugoff]

booked comedians and put on off-Broadway shows like One Mo' Time, nominated for a Grammy in 1979.

"He presented every kind of entertainment imaginable," said longtime friend, Riverdale resident and jazz producer George Avakian, recalling unusual events like the first-ever performance of a Soviet jazz group and frequent poetry readings.

from The Riverdale Press: Legendary club owner Art D'Lugoff dies at 85

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