Rick Besoyan

Richard Besoyan (July 2, 1924 – March 13, 1970) was a singer, actor, playwright, composer and director especially of operetta and musicals. He is best remembered for writing the successful satirical musical Little Mary Sunshine.
Richard Besoyan was born in Reedley, California, to Amos and Mabel (Madie) Besoyan, on July 2, 1924. In 1928, the family moved to Alameda, California. Besoyan attended Lincoln School, writing his first song when he was twelve. He graduated from Alameda High School in... plus