Bockman, George

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Designer and dancer George Bockman danced in such Broadway shows as Lady in the dark, 1941; Up in Central Park, 1945; and High button shoes, 1947.

He also spent many years as a leading dancer with the Humphrey-Weidman company and designed costumes for them, thus beginning his design career. He also danced with Jack Cole's company. For many years, Bockman was NBC staff scenic designer and worked on the Tom Snyder show, First Tuesday, Chronolog, the Home show, and others, while also working as an interior designer. Bockman died at St. Vincent's Hospital, New York City, on Nov. 20, 1979 at the age of 70.

From the description of George Bockman set designs, 1956-1958. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 704263920

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