Few artists have demonstrated the stylistic range of Bobby Darin. From early pop stardom with Mack the Knife to his smooth crooner days with Beyond the Sea, and even his shift to country and western with Splish Splash, Darin captivated audiences with his versatility. In this special one-time event, Professor Taylor Hagood will perform Darin's iconic songs and share the story of his short but action-packed life. Join us for an engaging musical experience that highlights the evolution of one of the most dynamic performers of the 20th century. Don’t miss this chance to discover the man behind the music!
Taylor Hagood, Professor of American Literature at FAU, has been a popular OLLI lecturer for over fifteen years, presenting on literature, art, music, history, and travel. He is the award-winning author of several books, including Stringbean, Theodore Pratt, and Faulkner, Writer of Disability, which received the C. Hugh Holman Award.
” I have attended several lectures by Taylor Hagood and he is always entertaining and I always leave having gain[ed] knowledge of the topic of the lecture. I highly recommend lectures/classes by Dr. Hagood.” OLLI Patron
