Oscar Hammerstein I, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Oscar Hammerstein I

German-born businessman, theater and opera impresario, and composer in New York City

Date of Birth: 08-May-1847

Place of Birth: Szczecin, West Pomeranian Voivodeship

Date of Death: 01-Aug-1919

Profession: composer, theatrical producer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Oscar Hammerstein I (8 May 1846 – 1 August 1919) was a German-born businessman, theater impresario, and composer in New York City.
His passion for opera led him to open several opera houses, and he rekindled opera's popularity in America.
He was the grandfather of American lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II and the father of theater manager William Hammerstein and American producer Arthur Hammerstein.