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Ira Gasman
Writer, Source Material
Ira Gasman
Writer, Source Material
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Death:
Oct 06, 2018 in Norfolk, VA
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The Life
Opened April 26, 1997
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The Life
Awards
New York Drama Critics' Circle
1997
Best Musical
The Life
Nominee
Tony Award
1997
Best Book of a Musical
The Life
Nominee
1997
Best Original Score
The Life
Nominee