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Posted by: Mark Hartsell
Stephen Sondheim put together "Send in the Clowns," his most famous song, in about 24 hours during rehearsals of "A Little Night Music." His lyric and music sheets chart the song's quick progression.
Posted in: LCM, Manuscripts, Music, Performing Arts, Songwriters, Theater
Posted by: Mark Hartsell
During the Revolutionary War, George Washington approved an audacious plan to kidnap King George's third son, Prince William, then in New York, and hold him hostage -- with all the greatest respect. The attempt was never made, for which the future King William IV was grateful when he later learned of the plot.
Posted in: Alexander Hamilton, American Revolution, Congress, Exhibitions, George Washington, LCM, Manuscripts, U.S. Presidents