b'The English Monarchy: Ira Gershwin By Arnie Finkel Intrigue, Conspiracy & ExecutionJune 14, 2 p.m.(Bradford movie theater)By Herb Kaufman Ira was the first lyricist to be awarded a Pulitzer. May 25, 2 p.m. His brother George was one of Americas top (Bradford movie theater) composers. Together, they composed more thantwo dozen scores for Broadway and Hollywood.With all the coverage of the recent passingBut Ira wrote lyrics for many composers, including of Queen Elizabeth II and her 70-yearVincent Youmans and Jerome Kerns to name two. reign, it seems the worlds attention hasStephen Sondheim (Company, Into the Woods)been focused on the English monarchy.called Iras work effortless. So, what made his Indeed, the monarchy has made anlyrics so good? Better question . how well do you indelible mark on history. From Alfredknow these lyrics? Join Arnie as, together, we test the Great to Charles III today, fifty-sevenour collective Gershwin aptitude by matching verses men and women have reigned as kings orto choruses. Summertime . queens. Some reigned in splendor, shaping the culture of the world. Others were executed, with many serving in obscurity. If youre a fan of the chronicles of Queen Charlotte, as depicted in the Netflix series Bridgerton, or were glued to the medias coverage of Princess Dis death, you wont want to miss this captivating story.4242'