Barbra Streisand: A Life in Music and Entertainment

Celebrate the extraordinary life and career of Barbra Streisand, one of the most accomplished and influential entertainers of our time. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Streisand has earned the coveted EGOT—Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Awards—along with other honors such as a Golden Globe, a Peabody, National Endowment for the Arts and many other awards, and while selling more than 150 million records worldwide.

This engaging presentation traces her remarkable journey from a determined young performer with an unconventional voice and style to an international superstar. Discover the challenges she overcame, the ambition, belief and perseverance that fueled her success, and the pivotal moments (and a few lucky breaks) that shaped her legendary career.

Filled with stories and memorable music, this program offers an inspiring look at the woman behind the icon.

This engaging talk is led by Larry Wolfert, a native of 1960s Brooklyn, who grew up immersed in the rhythms of folk music and the wit of sharp stand-up comedy. After a 40+ year career in corporate America, Larry turned his lifelong passion into a second act, teaching courses at Lifelong Learning Institutes and colleges.

This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.