Women in Theatre: Jeanine Tesori, composer

Taped: 12/17/2004. The Tony Award-winning composer Jeanine Tesori recounts the success of her music for Violet, Caroline or Change, and Thoroughly Modern Millie; the dearth of women composers; and the status of American musical theatre.

The acclaimed television series 'Women in Theatre' provides a unique look into the lives of some of the gifted women who create and sustain theatre in the United States -- with major directors, designers, actors, lyricists, composers and producers -- conducted by Linda Winer, theatre critic for Newsday. The series' theme song is "The Glamorous Life" from 'A Little Night Music' by Stephen Sondheim, performed by Alex Rybeck, noted pianist and music director. Watch more at http://www.tv.cuny.edu/series/womenin...