Historians R Us

This blog is the property of the AP US History class at Pope John XXIII High School in Everett, MA, USA. Here students explore current events in America, while seeking to understand the historical roots of those events. At the same time, students are able to carry on classroom discussions in the cyber world.

Monday, March 20, 2006

Judy Garland is making a comeback!....from the grave?

In the New York Times, there is an article about an actress by the name of Adrienne Barbeau that is pursing the part of Judy Garland in a new play called “The Property Known as Garland”. Adrienne has been seen in past roles as the daughter in the 70's sitcom "Maude" and in famous performances such as “The Fog," "Swamp Thing" and "Escape From New York." The actress was hesitant at first to take on the role but was intrigued by the script. The play is a fictional account of what might have gone on backstage at Garland's final concert appearance.

Judy Garland was born on June 10, 1922 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Her family moved to California when she was four and a half. Judy had her first star appearance at the age of two. She rose to international fame at the age of fifteen after she performed the song “Dear Mr. Gable, You Made Me Love You”. Judy Garland also won an Academy Award for her role as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. During her lifetime she recorded over 100 songs, 24 albums, and made 32 feature films.

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