JILL COHEn   
(via Chris cohen) 

Jill & TINA

Roughly, when did you work/study/perform with Tina? (years?)

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1995-2004

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Did you take voice lessons with Tina?

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Yes

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Did you take acting lessons with Tina?

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Yes

What is your favorite memory of Jill's time with Tina?

Watching Tina coach Jill on “Nothing” for A Chorus Line. We think that was Jill’s best solo and performance.

Did you or Jill perform in any community theater musicals with Tina?

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Yes, Dennis and Jill were in Annie with Tina.

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In what theaters did Jill perform with Tina?

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Playhouse 1960 & The Crighton Theater

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What is the most valuable lesson you learned from Tina?

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To sing from your heart and to have confidence

What did you go on to do in life/career?

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Jill died at age 20

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What is your favorite memory of Manny?

Grease when he did the number with Jill as Frenchy

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Is there anything you'd like to say to Tina on the occasion of her retirement?

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Tina,

There are no words to express how much Dennis, Jill and I appreciate everything that you and Manny have done for all of us. Tina, the voice lessons that you gave Jill really changed her life! She learned to release her energy and love of music by letting her voice soar. It was as if she grew into her real self. When we reflect back on her life, it seems like her years at the Playhouse were some of her happiest. That wouldn’t have happened if you didn’t see potential in her and give her a chance to excel! Dennis and I enjoyed watching you and Manny coach the students. Teenage years are filled with angst, but you didn’t let that stop you. Also, we enjoyed our participation in Sound of Music and Dennis’s in Annie, South Pacific and My Fair Lady. We both learned a little bit about acting and stage production while having fun. We treasure the memories and the friendships we built. Thank you both! What a well deserved retirement after such a meaningful career! Love,

Chris & Dennis Cohen

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Is there anything you'd like to say?

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Congrats!

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