Hammerstein

American  

[ham-er-stahyn] / ˈhæm ərˌstaɪn /

noun

1. Oscar, 1847?–1919, U.S. theatrical manager, born in Germany.

2. his grandson Oscar II, 1895–1960, U.S. lyricist and librettist.

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Example Sentences

But it was through her machinations that he met Hammerstein, a debt he repaid by supporting her financially through much of her life.

From Los Angeles Times

"Blue Moon" takes place almost entirely in the bar of a Broadway restaurant where Hart takes refuge during the premiere of "Oklahoma!" -- the first major show his long-time collaborator Richard Rodgers created with Oscar Hammerstein.

From Barron's

Today, Sondheim ranks as the most influential figure in musical theater since the advent of Rodgers and Hammerstein.

From The Wall Street Journal

Hammerstein also taught him a lot about musical theater, but Sondheim might have had trouble answering which lessons brought him more joy.

From The Wall Street Journal

More like a short story, recounting the evening from Hart’s point of view as he reconciles with the fact that his former creative partner Richard Rodgers has created a hit with Oscar Hammerstein.

From Los Angeles Times