Solly Pernick
American stage technician
About Solly Pernick
Lived 1979 – 1990 (aged 10). Solly Pernick was a technician and theatrical technician.
Solomon "Solly" Pernick (August 22, 1898 – March 8, 1990) was an American stage technician who worked in theater for over 65 years, starting in 1914 with Cecil Spooner. He won the Tony Award for Best Stage Technician in 1963 for his work on the musical Mr. President.
Pernick was business manager of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local One, a union for stagehands in New York City, for 14 years, and later served as its president.
In addition to Mr. President, Pernick worked on shows including Uncle Tom's Cabin, Ain't Misbehavin', and the Ziegfeld Follies.
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Who was Solly Pernick?
American stage technician
When was Solly Pernick born?
Solly Pernick was born on 26 June 1979.
When did Solly Pernick die?
Solly Pernick died on 8 March 1990.
What was Solly Pernick's occupation?
Solly Pernick was a technician and theatrical technician.
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