
Alfred Drake
Alfred Drake (October 7, 1914 - July 25, 1992) was an American actor and singer. Born as Alfred Capurro in New York City, the son of parents emigrated from Recco, Genoa, Drake began his Broadway career while still a student at Brooklyn College. He is best known for his leading roles in the original Broadway productions of Oklahoma!; Kiss Me, Kate; Kismet; and for playing Marshall Blackstone in...
Alfred Drake (October 7, 1914 - July 25, 1992) was an American actor and singer. Born as Alfred Capurro in New York City, the son of parents emigrated from Recco, Genoa, Drake began his Broadway career while still a student at Brooklyn College. He is best known for his leading roles in the original Broadway productions of Oklahoma!; Kiss Me, Kate; Kismet; and for playing Marshall Blackstone in...
Known For
Trading Places
as President of Exchange
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus
as The Great Ak (voice)
Hamlet
as Claudius
Cast Credits
The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus
as The Great Ak (voice)
Trading Places
as President of Exchange
Visit From a Dead Man
as Fred Carter
Hamlet
as Claudius
Kiss Me, Kate
as Frederick Graham / Petruchio
The Yeomen of the Guard
as Jack Point
The Adventures of Marco Polo
as Marco Polo
Naughty Marietta
as Capt. Dick Warrington
Tars and Spars
as Howard Young