It's been said Irving Berlin IS American music. Hershey Felder's masterful performance that captures the character and the music of "America's Composer" is now on the Main Stage at Portland Center Stage. Berlin's story captures the spirit of the American Dream. As we sat on the Main Stage recently, ahead of a performance, Hershey took us deeper into what characterized Berlin's vision and song in a singular journey that has left us with our most popular and enduring songs, stories, and musicals. Also, following my talk with Hershey, a chance to go behind the scenes on how the show took shape, with director Trevor Hay.
