Bernadette Peters

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/bernadette-peters

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Bernadette Peters born?February 28, 1948
2. Where was Bernadette Peters born?Queens, New York City, USA
3. What is the career span?Over six decades, beginning in childhood
4. What is the tony awards won?2 (plus an honorary award)
5. Who is Bernadette Peters?Bernadette Peters is a famous Broadway actress and singer who was born in Queens, New York, in 1948.
6. What are some of the Broadway shows she has performed in?She has performed in shows like "Sunday in the Park with George," "Into the Woods," and "A Little Night Music."

Musical Theatre Performer: An artist skilled in acting, singing, and dancing, often performing in musicals.
Tony Award: A prestigious award recognizing excellence in American theater, particularly on Broadway.
Stephen Sondheim: A highly influential American composer and lyricist known for his complex and innovative musical theater works.
Golden Globe Award: Awards presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for achievements in film and television.