She was 90. Louise, born Merle Louise Letowt, originated the role of Thelma in Sondheim's musical Gypsy, which opened on Broadway in 1959. She played the lead role of Dainty June in later productions.
Everything's still coming up roses at the Majestic Theatre! The critically acclaimed new production of GYPSY starring ...
Inspired by the 1957 memoirs of legendary burlesque entertainer and actress Gypsy Rose Lee, the musical — with a book by ...
BABY JUNE: (8 – 13) is a Shirley Temple-like up-and-coming vaudeville star, and Mama Rose’s youngest daughter. Onstage ...
Since it opened on Broadway in 1959 the reputation of Gypsy ... stage musical. The show evokes the seedier end of American theatrical life in the 1920s and 30s, as shy young Louise Hovick grows ...
THE BASICS: GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE is a musical with music by ... with her daughter Delaney Benson portraying Louise. Together, they bring a unique and heartfelt dynamic to these unforgettable ...
Broadway's new revival of Gypsy —led by six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald as Rose—celebrated its 100th performance at the ...