18 Questions
What is one thing that Cole Porter's life did not include?
Financial struggle as an artist
What was one of Cole Porter's special areas of interest?
Composing music
What did Cole Porter's grandfather do for a living?
Manufacturer
Which university did Cole Porter attend?
Yale University
What type of musicals did Cole Porter write during his college years?
Full-scale musicals
Which one of these is NOT mentioned as something Cole Porter's mother did to support his music talent?
Purchasing expensive musical instruments
Where did Cole study after leaving Yale?
Harvard School of Law
What was Cole's first musical that flopped?
See America First
What was the name of the hit song that came from the musical Gay Divorce?
'Night and Day'
Which famous actor starred in Cole Porter's musical Gay Divorce?
Fred Astaire
What caused Porter to fall into depression in the 1930s?
Tragic horse riding accident
In which decade did Cole Porter conquer Broadway with Kiss Me Kate?
'40s
Who was Cole Porter's wife?
Linda Lee Thomas
Which famous song came from the musical Anything Goes?
'I Get a Kick Out of You'
'Let's Do It, Let's Fall in Love' was churned out by Porter during which decade?
'20s
What caused Porter to fall deeper into depression and isolation in the '50s?
Death of his wife and continued physical pain
What was Cole Porter's profession apart from composing music?
Lawyer
Where did Cole Porter move to pursue his dream of becoming a famous composer and lyricist?
New York City
Explore the life and musical contributions of Cole Porter, the renowned American composer and lyricist. Learn about his privileged upbringing, musical talents, and enduring legacy in the world of music.
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