Florenz Ziegfeld, Jr.

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Florenz Ziegfeld, also known as Florenz Ziegfeld Jr., was an American theatrical producer and impresario. He was born on March 21, 1867, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on July 22, 1932. Florenz Ziegfeld is best known for his creation of the Ziegfeld Follies, a series of elaborate revues that featured a combination of beautiful chorus girls, comedic skits, and extravagant production numbers. The Ziegfeld Follies became an iconic and highly successful Broadway entertainment spectacle, running from 1907 to 1931. Ziegfeld was known for his ability to showcase the talents of performers and elevate them to stardom. He discovered and launched the careers of numerous notable artists, including actresses Marilyn Miller, Fanny Brice, and Anna Held, as well as songwriter Irving Berlin. Beyond the Ziegfeld Follies, Florenz Ziegfeld also produced a range of other theatrical productions, including musicals and plays. Some of his notable Broadway productions include "Sally," "Rio Rita," and "Show Boat." He was known for his focus on lavish sets, elaborate costumes, and a commitment to grand-scale theatrical presentations. Florenz Ziegfeld's impact on American theater and entertainment cannot be overstated. He helped shape the concept of the modern revue, and his work influenced future generations of producers and performers. His legacy continues to be celebrated as a significant figure in the history of Broadway and the development of American musical theater.}

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Personal Info

Birth Date: March 21, 1867
Birth Location: Chicago, IL
Death Date: July 22, 1932
Death Location: Hollywood, CA
Cause of Death: pleurisy

Stage & Film

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Show Boat
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Whoopee
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The Three Musketeers
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Rosalie
Original Broadway Production (1928)
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Show Boat
Original Broadway Production (1927)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1927
Original Broadway Production (1927)
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  • Producer
Rio Rita
Original Broadway Production (1927)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1922
Original Broadway Production (1922)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1921
Original Broadway Production (1921)
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  • Producer
Sally
Original Broadway Production (1920)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1920
Original Broadway Production (1920)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1918
Original Broadway Production (1918)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1915
Original Broadway Production (1915)
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  • Producer
A Trip to Washington
Closed prior to Broadway (1913)
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  • Producer
Ziegfeld Follies of 1912
Original Broadway Production (1912)
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  • Producer
Follies of 1907
Original Broadway Production (1907)
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  • Producer

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Florenz Ziegfeld, also known as Florenz Ziegfeld Jr., was an American theatrical producer and impresario. He was born on March 21, 1867, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on July 22, 1932. Florenz Ziegfeld is best known for his creation of the Ziegfeld Follies, a series of elaborate revues that featured a combination of beautiful chorus girls, comedic skits, and extravagant production numbers. The Ziegfeld Follies became an iconic and highly successful Broadway entertainment spectacle, running from 1907 to 1931. Ziegfeld was known for his ability to showcase the talents of performers and elevate them to stardom. He discovered and launched the careers of numerous notable artists, including actresses Marilyn Miller, Fanny Brice, and Anna Held, as well as songwriter Irving Berlin. Beyond the Ziegfeld Follies, Florenz Ziegfeld also produced a range of other theatrical productions, including musicals and plays. Some of his notable Broadway productions include "Sally," "Rio Rita," and "Show Boat." He was known for his focus on lavish sets, elaborate costumes, and a commitment to grand-scale theatrical presentations. Florenz Ziegfeld's impact on American theater and entertainment cannot be overstated. He helped shape the concept of the modern revue, and his work influenced future generations of producers and performers. His legacy continues to be celebrated as a significant figure in the history of Broadway and the development of American musical theater.}

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Personal Info

Birth Date: March 21, 1867
Birth Location: Chicago, IL
Death Date: July 22, 1932
Death Location: Hollywood, CA
Cause of Death: pleurisy

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  • Florenz Ziegfeld

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  • Patricia Ziegfeld Stephenson (Daughter)

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