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Stephen Schwartz
Stephen Schwartz

Stephen Schwartz is a renowned lyricist, best known for his exceptional contributions to the musical theater genre. Born on March 6, 1948, he has created numerous popular musicals since the 1970s, including 'The Sound of Music', 'Wicked', and 'Pippin'. more

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