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*THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL - 25th Anniversary
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom Of The Opera is a worldwide
entertainment phenomenon. It has been staged in 145 cities across 27 countries
and its box office sales eclipse Avatar, Titanic and Star Wars.
Seen by over 130 million people, the stage show has never been available to own
on DVD Until now. To celebrate its 25th Anniversary year, Cameron Mackintosh
presents The Phantom Of The Opera in a fully-staged, lavish production,
set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall. Phantom Of
The Opera At The Albert Hall stars Ramin Karimloo as 'The Phantom' and
Sierra Boggess as 'Christine'. They are joined by Barry James as 'Monsieur
Firmin', Gareth Snook as 'Monsieur André', Liz Robertson as 'Madame Giry', Wynne
Evans as 'Piangi' and a supporting cast and orchestra of over 200, plus some
very special guest appearances. This is a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime
staging of the world’s biggest musical.
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*A NIGHT ON THE TOWN
The razor sharp witt of Noel Coward and Cole Porter's lyrics, the lavish
melody of Irving Berlin and the invigorating orchestrations of George Gershwin
accompany an extravagant musical journey across for the of the world's most
decadent cities, spanning 8000 miles and two continents. Dazzling performances.
Featured Songs include: Anything Goes, Putting on the Ritz, Let's Do it, I've
got you under my skin, and so many more... Starring Ann Reinking, Eartha Kitt,
Lewis Collins, Bobby Short and Elaine Paige.
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FOLLIES
Kennedy Center May 28th 2011 
This high quality bootleg recording of Follies features a star-studded cast
including principals Bernadette Peters as Sally Durant Plummer, Jan Maxwell as
Phyllis Rogers Stone, Danny Burstein as Buddy Plummer, and Ron Raines as
Benjamin Stone, and starring Elaine Paige as Carlotta Campion.
The production also stars a cast of
Broadway veterans and fresh faces, including Terrence Currier as Theodore
Whitman, Christian Delcroix as Young Buddy, Rosalind Elias as Heidi Schiller,
Colleen Fitzpatrick as Dee Dee West, Lora Lee Gayer as Young Sally, Michael
Hayes as Roscoe, Florence Lacey as Sandra Crane, Linda Lavin as Hattie Walker,
Régine as Solange LaFitte, David Sabin as Dimitri Weismann, Kirsten Scott as
Young Phyllis, Frederick Strother as Max Deems, Nick Verina as Young Ben, Susan
Watson as Emily Whitman and Terri White as Stella Deems.
Rounding out the
ensemble are Lawrence Alexander, Brandon Bieber, John Carroll, Sara Edwards,
Leslie Donna Flesner, Jenifer Foote, Leah Horowitz, Suzanne Hylenski, Danielle
Jordan, Joseph Kolinski, Amanda Larsen, Brittany Marcin, Edrie Means, Erin N.
Moore, Pamela Otterson, Clifton Samuels, Kiira Schmidt, Brian Shepard, Sam
Strasfeld, Amos Wolff, and Ashley Yeater.
130 minutes with Chaptered Menu
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*SONDHEIM - THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT 
A rousing celebration of the life and work of one of Broadways greatest
legends the one and only Stephen Sondheim. For the master composer and lyricists
80th birthday, many of musical theaters brightest stars gathered to perform more
than two dozen sensational numbers from Sondheims illustrious career. Many of
these enduring songs are rarely heard and several are performed by the original
Broadway cast members. David Hyde Pierce hosts this magical event with Stephen
Sondheims longtime collaborator Paul Gemignani conducting the New York
Philharmonic. 2010 116 MINS
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THE STORY
OF VARIETY WITH MICHAEL GRADE
In the
Forties every major town had a variety theatre.
Comedians, dancers, singers, musicians and speciality acts criss-crossed
the UK in search of the next show. In
this two-part documentary Michael Grade uncovers this exotic world of British
entertainment in the post-war years and tells of its brutal demise. Wonderful
and often laugh-out-loud hilarious stories from great names like Bruce Forsyth,
Ken Dodd and Barry Cryer, all telling the fascinating tale of the wonderful lost
world of variety entertainment. Packed
with heart-warming anecdotes and vintage clips.
BBC 2011
2 Hours DIGITAL TV ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE STORY OF THE MUSIC HALL WITH MICHAEL GRADE
Michael Grade traces the raucous history of the music hall in a revelatory journey that takes him from venues such as Wilton's Music Hall in London to Glasgow's once-famous Britannia. Talking to enthusiasts and performers, Lord Grade discovers the origins of this uniquely British form of entertainment and revisits some of the great acts and impresarios, from Charles Morton and George Leybourne to Bessie Bellwood and Marie Lloyd. Featuring Jo Brand and Alexei Sayle, with performances from Barry Cryer and many more, Grade hears about dudes, swells, mashers and serio-comics and hears how, in many a house, no turn was left unstoned. 2011 90 MINUTES
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*INTO THE WOODS 
This Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of a childless couple who
embark on a fairy tale romp in search of relief from a curse which has kept the
stork from visiting them. Starring Bernadette Peters and Joanna Gleason (both of
whom have also been awarded the coveted Best Actress Tony,) INTO THE WOODS is
appealing to people of all ages and interests with its witty, catchy music and
dramatic fairy tale narrative. This production also aired on PBS' AMERICAN
PLAYHOUSE.
1988 153 Mins
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100 YEARS
OF THE LONDON PALLADIUM 
Sir Cliff
Richard, Bruce Forsyth, Michael Crawford and Andrew Lloyd Webber are among the
stars sharing the gossip, glamour and behind the scenes shenanigans of the
world's most famous theatre as it celebrates its 100th birthday.
BBC 2010
1 Hour DIGITAL TV
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*LES MISERABLES IN CONCERT 25TH ANNIVERSARY 
Seen by over 57 million people worldwide in 42 countries and in 21 languages,
Les Miserables is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals.
In celebration of 25 incredible years of the world’s longest running musical,
Les Miserables marks this momentous occasion with a spectacular
performance at The O2. With a host of over 500 actors and musicians, this star
studded cast includes Alfie Boe as ‘Jean Valjean’, Nick Jonas as ‘Marius’, Norm
Lewis as ‘Javert’, Matt Lucas as ‘Thénardier’, Lea Salonga as ‘Fantine’, Jenny
Galloway as ‘Madame Thénardier’, Camilla Kerslake as ‘Cosette’, Ramin Karimloo
as ‘Enjolras’, Samantha Barks as ‘Eponine’ and the casts of the Original
Production at the Queen’s Theatre, the New 25th Anniversary Production at the
Barbican, London and members of the Original 1985 London cast.
This is
the biggest Les Mis ever.
2010 171 MINS
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25 - MATT LUCAS DREAMS THE DREAM 
This
documentary tells the story of a musical that many thought would fail but which
become a worldwide phenomenon with unforgettable songs like 'I Dreamed A Dream'.
We follow Matt Lucas as he prepares for the performance of a lifetime, we hear
from those involved with the show's creation including Cameron Mackintosh and
Michael Ball, and of course we enjoy wonderful moments from the show
itself.
BBC 2010
1 HOUR DIGITAL TV
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BBC PROMS 2012 - JOHN WILSON ON BROADWAY A celebration of the Broadway sound with music from Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Frank Loesser and Leonard Bernstein performed by John Wilson. Returning to the Proms for a 4th season, he conducts his hand-picked, high-octane orchestra and a line-up of star soloists. Includes show-stopping numbers from Show Boat, On Your Toes, Brigadoon, Porgy and Bess, West Side Story and Fiddler on the Roof. Presented by Katie Derham. BBC 2012 2 HOURS HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL TV
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BBC
PROMS - 2011: PROM 59 - HOORAY FOR HOLLYWOOD A celebration of the Golden Age of Hollywood film musicals performed by John
Wilson who, returning to the Proms for a third season, conducts his hand-picked,
high-octane orchestra and a line-up of star soloists.
Hooray for Hollywood takes us from the dawn of the 'talkies' and the birth of
the movie musical through to the 1960s. There are excerpts from 42nd Street, Top
Hat, Strike Up the Band, Swing Time and Shall We Dance, with a special tribute
to the RKO films of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
Choir: Maida Vale Singers / Conductor John Wilson /Orchestra John Wilson
Orchestra / Presenter Katie Derham
Performers: Annalene Beechey / Charles Castronovo / Matthew
Ford / Sarah Fox / Caroline O'Connor / Clare Teal
2011 2 HOURS DIGITAL TV
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BBC PROMS 2010 - RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN 
Following their extraordinary debut at the Proms last year, John Wilson and
his hand picked orchestra return to the Royal Albert Hall to give a programme of
Broadway hits penned by the great creative partnership of Richard Rodgers and
Oscar Hammerstein. Excerpts from Oklahoma!, Carousel, The King and I and The
Sound of Music are just some of the movie orchestrations recreated by John
Wilson and performed by his orchestra, with soloists Kim Criswell, Anna Jane
Casey, Julian Ovenden and Rod Gilfry. The concert is introduced by Katie
Derham.
BBC 2010 110 MINUTES DIGITAL TV
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BBC PROMS - SONDHEIM AT 80
Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim was greeted with a standing ovation at the
BBC Proms at the end of a concert marking his 80th birthday year. Oscar-winning
actress Dame Judi Dench and opera star Bryn Terfel were among the performers at
the event, held at London's Royal Albert Hall. The concert features numbers from
Sondheim musicals such as Sweeney Todd, Into the Woods, Company and Follies.
West End stars Caroline O'Connor, Maria Friedman, Jenna Russell, Julian Ovenden
and Simon Russell Beale also participated in the event.
July 31st 2010 2 hrs 5 mins Widescreen DIGITAL TV
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PROMS 2009: PROM 22: A CELEBRATION OF MGM
MUSICALS 
From the Royal Albert Hall, London, Clive
Anderson introduces a Prom celebrating 75 years of classic MGM film musicals.
Songs from movies including The Wizard of Oz and Gigi are performed by conductor
John Wilson.
John Wilson and his hand-picked Orchestra
celebrate 75 years of MGM musicals with songs from unforgettable movie classics,
including The Wizard of Oz, Meet Me in St Louis, Seven Brides
for Seven Brothers, High Society, Gigi and Singin' in the
Rain. Amazingly, although all the original orchestral parts were lost when
the studio destroyed its music library to make way for a car park, Wilson has
succeeded in reconstructing the scores by painstakingly transcribing each
soundtrack by ear. He is joined by starry singers from the classical and musical
theatre worlds, as well as by the elite Maida Vale Singers.
Starring: Kim Criswell vocalist Sarah Fox
soprano Sir Thomas Allen baritone Curtis Stigers vocalist Seth MacFarlane
vocalist
2009 2 Hours 4 mins DIGITAL TV
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LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER - SOUTH PACIFIC 
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical theater classic, aired live from the
Vivian Beaumont Theater Saturday, August 21, 2010. Based on James Michener’s
Pulitzer Prize-winning book "Tales of the South Pacific," the musical tells the
sweeping romantic story of two couples ― U.S. Navy nurse Nellie Forbush (Kelli
O’Hara) and French plantation owner Emile de Becque (Paulo Szot), and Navy
Airman Joe Cable and a young native girl, Liat ― and how their happiness is
threatened by the realities of World War II and their own prejudices. Introduced
by Alan Alda.
PBS 2010 3 HOURS DIGITAL TV
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*ELAINE PAIGE - CELEBRATING 40 YEARS ON STAGE 
The award-winning 'First Lady of British Musical Theatre' Elaine Paige
performs live at Sydney, Australia's State Theatre in October 2009, to celebrate
her 40th anniversary in showbusiness. The stunning set list includes many of her
West End hits such as 'I Don't Know How To Love Him', 'Memory', 'Don't Cry For
Me Argentina', 'I Dreamed A Dream' , 'Cry Me A River' and 'With One Look', in
addition to new material never performed before!
2009 104 MINUTES
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SPECIAL: FACES OF ELAINE
PAIGE
This excellent 90 minute documentary focuses on three of the strong
characters Elaine played on stage, Eva Peron, Edith Piaf and Norma
Desmond. Elaine visits the places where the characters were set, Argentina,
Paris and Los Angeles discovering a fascinating insight into their worlds. We
also trace Elaine Paige's stage career from the beginning up to the present date
(1996). Filled with archive clips, interviews and specially filmed sequences
from the musical Sunset Boulevard.
1996 WITH BONUS PERFORMANCES FROM THE ROYAL VARIETY, OLIVIER AWARDS, WOGAN ..ETC. DISC HAS A CHAPTERED MENU
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DAVID JASON: THE SHOW MUST GO ON
Iconic actor Sir David Jason mentors a London amateur dramatic group stage a
play in the West End for one night only! The Argosy Players from Ruislip
have just three weeks to learn, rehearse and prepare a one-act comedy to be
performed at the Playhouse in the heart of London's theatreland. After paying
them a visit at their rehearsal rooms, Sir David stuns the novice thesps with
the news they'll be staging a play set in Ancient Greece called ‘The Ass and the
Philosophers’. Things get tense for the amateurs and with performance day fast
approaching, will the Argosy Players be ready to make their bow in the West
End? 1 Hour 2010 DIGITAL TV -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
LIFESTYLES WITH BEVERLY SILLS: ETHEL MERMAN &
MARY MARTIN
Opera star Beverly Sills has an informal chat on the sofa with the
two musical theatre legends as they embark on a joint venture of a benefit
concert in New York.
1977 30 mins great quality!
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE SOUTH BANK SHOW REVISITED: STEPHEN SONDHEIM
Melvyn Bragg travels to Manhattan to talk to composer Stephen Sondheim about
his craft, his early life, and the influence of Oscar Hammerstein on his career.
This is the third time Sondheim has been the programme's subject and he talks
about how Hammerstein ignited his desire to write by taking him to see the
musical Carousel, and advised him to work with Bernstein on West Side Story,
Sondheim's first big break. The film includes clips from current Broadway
productions of A Little Night Music and West Side Story, and footage from the
previous South Bank Shows.
ITV 2010 1 HOUR DIGITAL TV
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THE SOUTH BANK SHOW REVISITED: JUDI
DENCH
Melvyn Bragg meets Judi Dench at the
Rose Theatre in Kingston where she was recently performing in Midsummer Night’s
Dream, re-uniting her with long time friend and collaborator, Sir Peter Hall,
who is directing the production. Melvyn Bragg and Judi Dench discuss how she
began her career at the Old Vic and RSC and what she learnt as a theatrical
actress. They talk about her roles in the sitcoms A Fine Romance and As Time
Goes By which she describes as being the hardest jobs she has ever taken on, her
role in the popular Cranford, and now her return to what she loves best, the
stage.
ITV 2010 1 HOUR DIGITAL TV
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THE SOUTH BANK SHOW REVISITED - ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
Melvyn Bragg revisits Andrew Lloyd Webber as he prepares for the
opening of Love Never Dies at the Adelphi Theatre. Love Never Dies
continues the story of ‘The Phantom’, who has moved from his lair in the Paris
Opera House to haunt the fairgrounds of Coney Island. Over the years The South
Bank Show has interviewed Andrew Lloyd Webber four times: in 1978 on Variations
– which is also the theme music for The South Bank Show; in 1986 focusing
on The Phantom Of The Opera; in 2000 looking at his work The Beautiful
Game; and in 2003 discussing his love of art and his remarkable art
collection, particularly his Victorian and Pre-Raphaelite works. Meeting at The
Adelphi Theatre, this film uses archive from the original South Bank
Shows; and Melvyn and Andrew bring the world of his musicals up to date –
and discuss his recent and highly successful foray into television talent
shows.
ITV 2010 1 HOUR DIGITAL TV
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MICHAEL CRAWFORD IN CONCERT The Tony Award-winning originator of the title role in the
global stage success The Phantom of the Opera, Michael Crawford brings his
unique voice and charismatic presence to this one-of-a-kind concert event.
Crawford performs Broadway, inspirational and traditional favorites at the
Cerritos Center in Los Angeles. For his signature Phantom songs, he is joined by
Dale Kristien, his co-star in the Los Angeles company of that show. He salutes
that show's creator Andrew Lloyd Webber with tunes from two of the composer's
other musicals. Experience Michael Crawford in Concert and savor a magical
performance specifically staged for home viewing.
1998 65 MINUTES
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THE
PANTOMIME DAME
Excellent 'warts an all' documentary about
'behind the scenes' of a major pantomime production. With Victoria Wood.
Contributions from Arthur Askey, Douggie Byng, Billy Dainty, Terry Scott, Jack
Tripp, George Lacy, etc.
1982 50 Mins.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *MUSIC HALL DAYS 
Sit back and enjoy the great days of yesteryear as this
incredible programme guides us through the mystical era of the Music Hall.
Presented by Lionel Blair, we trace the origins of the Music Hall right back to
the days of the riotous Bartholomew Fayres of the Middle Ages through to the
performers of the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens of the 19th Century
2003 Run Time: 75 minutes
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *A LITTLE OF WHAT YOU FANCY
Filmed in 1968, this documentary is a loving tribute to the
likes of Lily Morris, Gus Elen, and Ella Shields. Featuring original archive
film of the stars, plus rare prints, portraits and photographs. It traces what
remains of the great Music Halls in 1960's London. A glorious celebration of
traditional Music Hall at its very best.
1968 69 Mins
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*VAUDEVILLE 
A priceless document of archival footage and precious oral
history, Vaudeville offers a comprehensive survey of American family
entertainment in the decades before radio, movies, and television. From its
origins in British comedy, Yiddish theater, and burlesque, vaudeville is
explored in all of its immigrant diversity.
1997 Run Time: 112 minutes
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PAUL MERTON'S
PALLADIUM STORY 
Comedian Paul Merton presents a quirky two-part documentary celebrating the history of the world-famous London Palladium, with contributions from the likes of Norman Wisdom, Max Bygraves, Des O'Connor, Harry Secombe and Beryl Reid. The shows are packed with extremely rare photos, audio and film clips; artists featured range from The Crazy Gang to Frankie Howerd and Tommy Cooper to Laurel and Hardy, plus Judy Garland, Danny Kaye, Tommy Trinder, Max Miller and many more. A wonderful little series, packed with fascinating interviews and wonderful footage of comedians, specialist acts, singers and entertainers of any kind you could wish to imagine.
1994 2 HOURS
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *MOON OVER BROADWAY
Hailed as "irresistible" by the New York Times,
Moon Over Broadway is a no-holds barred, behind-the scenes look at the making of
the Broadway comedy, Moon Over Buffalo, starring TV sensation Carol Burnett.
Revealing what really goes on before the curtain.
1997 97 MINS
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BEHIND THE MASK:
THE STORY OF THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA 
The inside story of the making of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, which is now the longest-running musical on Broadway. "Behind the Mask" features interviews with Lloyd Webber, producer Cameron Mackintosh, director Hal Prince, choreographer Gillian Lynne and lyricists Charles Hart and Richard Stilgoe. Michael Crawford, who created the title role in London and later on Broadway, returns to the stage of Her Majesty's Theatre to recall his memories of creating the role. Sarah Brightman, who created the role of Christine, reflects on the pressures of starring in a musical written by her then husband. The documentary reveals the behind-the-scenes hirings and firings, "including how Steve Harley was offered the role of the Phantom and then dropped weeks before the opening night and how Hal Prince was sacked as director and subsequently rehired,". There's also have the chance to view original stills and costume fittings of the original London cast. 2006 90 MINS DIGITAL TV
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ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER: THE PREMIERE
COLLECTION ENCORE & LYRICS BY TIM RICE
2 pro-shot hour-long video compilations
featuring hit songs performed by some of the West End's favourite performers. Performances by: Michael Ball, Sarah Brightman, Jose Carreras, Michael Crawford, Jason Donovan, Steve Harley, Cliff Richard, Philip Schofield, Murray Head, Marti Webb, David Essex, Barbara Dickson, Colm Wilkinson, Elaine Paige, David Essex, Paul Nicholas, Tim Rice & Hank Marvin.
1992 2 hours
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THE STYNE WAY
BOOTLEG VIDEO RECORDING AT THE LONDON PALLADIUM
OF THE CONCERT IN MEMORY OF THE COMPOSER JULE STYNE. HOSTED BY SHERIDAN MORLEY,
THE SHOW FEATURES LIONEL BART AND DON BLACK. STARRING CHITA RIVERA , BEA
ARTHUR, RITA MORENO, TOMMY TUNE, RON MOODY, FIONA FULLERTON, ANITA HARRIS, VINCE
HILL, KIM CRISWELL, BILLY STRITCH, ETC.
1997 2 HOURS 50 MINS
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THE MERRY WIDOW - LESLEY GARRETT
Lesley Garrett plays the lead role of Hanna Glawari in the Welsh National
Opera's production of The Merry Widow which toured the United Kingdom in
2005. This was filmed for the BBC in 2005
150 mins DIGITAL TV
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THE MERRY WIDOW - Dame Joan Sutherland 
Recorded live from the Sydney Opera House
February 23rd 1988. STARRING:JOAN SUTHERLAND, RONALD STEVENS ANNE-MAREE
McDONALD, ANSON AUSTIN, GORDON WILCOCK, GRAEME EWER.
1988 151 MINS
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THE MERRY WIDOW 
The Royal Opera, from the Shaftesbury Theatre,
London 1997. Introduced for television by Julia McKenzie, with a brief biography
of this popular Operetta during the interval. CAST INCLUDES: Dame Felicity
Lott,Thomas Allen, Claudio Desderi, Luca Canonici, Juliette Galstian, Philip
Sheffield, Stephen Rooke.
Transmitted: BBC2 28/12/1997 185
Minutes
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WEST END
STORY 
This award winning program
explores the musical theatre scene in London's "West End" and on Broadway. Go
behind-the-scenes to learn how to get to the top of the musical theatre world.
Extensive interviews feature Andrew Lloyd Weber, Petula Clark, Lucie Arnaz,
Jerry Herman plus renowned choreographers, composers, writers, actors, singers,
producers and many others. Excellent for history of theatre, introduction to
theatre, theatre appreciation, musical theatre and choreography
classes. Winner - " Best Music Documentary"
New York International Independent Film Festival 2002 102 MINS With chaptered menu
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RICHARD RODGERS CENTENARY
GALA
David Charles Abell conducts the 40-piece
orchestra in "An Enchanted Evening", a gala concert celebrating the centenary of
the influential composer. The show, recorded at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane,
London, on 12 May, 2002, features a few rare Rodgers songs in addition to many
old favourites. The large cast of artists, performing on behalf of the
Neurofibromatosis Association, includes: Sani Muli Aumaseali'i, Graham Bickley,
Patti Boulaye, Sally Burgess, Kim Criswell, Judi Dench, Lesley Garrett, Ruthie
Henshall, Nick Holder, John Hudson, Jimmy Johnston, Janis Kelly, Josie Lawrence,
Maureen Lipman, Pili Lopez, Claire Moore, Brendan O’Hea, RAM Musical Theatre
Ensemble, Joanna Riding, Claire Sweeney, Stratford East Girls, Rebecca Vere and
Dave Willetts. The performers are introduced by Gillian Anderson, Nickolas
Grace, Lesley Joseph, Maureen Lipman and Sheridan Morley.
2002 90 MINUTES DIGITAL TV
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THE BEST OF
BROADWAY FROM THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW
This collection of classic performances from the
Ed Sullivan Variety Show contains only original cast performances from some of
Broadway's most memorable musicals. Narrated By John Raitt and containing
performances by Larry Kert & Carol Lawrence from West Side Story, Julie
Andrews from My Fair Lady, Carol Channing from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Celeste
Holm from Oklahoma, Pat Suzuki from Flower Drum Song and Pearl Bailey from
Hello, Dolly! Other stars include Richard Burton, Anthony Newley, Richard Kiley,
Gwen Verdon. Recorded digitally from the Performance channel. RUN TIME: APPROX 56 MINUTES DIGITAL TV
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I FEEL A SONG COMING
ON 
Programme of songs by Ira Gershwin, Dorothy
Fields, Johnny Mercer, Howard Dietz. Anthony Newley, Billy Eckstine, Florence
Henderson, Maureen McGovern, Larry Kert, Anita Morris, Ann Reinking, Alaina
Reed, Gregg Burge. 1984 83 MINUTES
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HAROLD PRINCE: FROM FOLLIES TO PHANTOM
Videotaped in conversation with A&E
producer Dana Calderwood at the Algonquin Hotel a few days before the opening of
Phantom in NYC
Includes stills and videos from productions throughout
Prince's career.
1988 A&E documentary 60 MINUTES
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AN EVENING WITH... PATTI
LuPONE
Broadway Diva Patti Lupone is in top form, going
through the list of songs she is most famous for. Taped on location at The
McCallum Theatre, The Bob Hope Cultural Center, Palm Desert, California.
Television broadcast includes studio interviews and features with
Patti.
(just missing the very opening of the concert,
otherwise it's all there)
PBS 1998 70 MINUTES
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OLIVIER AWARDS LONDON - MUSICAL
PERFORMANCES 
2 DISC COLLECTION!
Compilation of musical numbers performed at the
Oliver awards through the years from the 1980s to the 1990s. Live performances
from top west-end stars from shows such as:
KISS ME KATE, BLUES IN THE NIGHT, FOLLIES, THE
RINK, SOUTH PACIFIC, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, CARMEN JONES, THE ROCKY HORROR
SHOW, SHOWBOAT, FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE, MACK & MABEL, ANYTHING GOES, BUDDY,
STREET SCENE, RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET, MISS SAIGON, THE BLUES BROTHERS,
MOBY DICK, JOSEPH AND HIS AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT, CAROUSEL, ASSASSINS,
NOEL AND GERTIE, THE KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, CRAZY FOR YOU, BLOOD BROTHERS,
THE WIZARD OF OZ, BRIGADOON, SWEENEY TODD, COPACABANA, SHE LOVES ME, SUNSET
BOULEVARD, HOT SHOE SHUFFLE, PIAF....AND MORE.
WITH CHAPTERED MENUS.
OVERALL RUN TIME: APPROX 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES
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BBC PEBBLE MILL SPECIAL: TOMMY
STEELE
Alan Titchmarsh travels to London's West End and
chats to showbiz legend Tommy Steele, discussing his career and current
production of 'What A Show', a song and dance extravaganza at the Prince of
Wales Theatre. Contains musical numbers from the show.
1995 43 MINUTES
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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*RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S
CINDERELLA
Julie Andrews, Howard Lindsay, Dorothy Stickney,
Ilka Chase, Kaye Ballard Cinderella is the only Rodgers and Hammerstein musical written for television. It was originally broadcast live on CBS on March 31, 1957 as a vehicle for Julie Andrews, who played the title role. The broadcast was seen by over 100 million people. It was subsequently remade for television twice, in 1965 and 1997.
1957 Television Production 77 MINUTES -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER'S
SONG & DANCE 
Starring Sarah Brightman (Tell Me On A Sunday)
and Wayne Sleep ( Variations).
At the Palace Theatre, London 1984.
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*SWEENEY TODD - The Demon Barber Of
Fleet Street Times are hard in 1846 London and one must make do. So Nellie Lovett adds something extra to the meat pies she peddles on Fleet Street. The secret ingredient: freshly murdered victims of her partner in crime, barber Sweeney Todd. Composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim refashions a macabre tale into a musical masterwork in this dazzling performance of the 1979 Broadway hit originally staged by Harold Prince. In her Tony-winning role (one of eight the show earned, including Best Musical), Angela Lansbury plays Nellie. George Hearn turns his stage role of twisted Sweeney into an Emmy-winning triumph. The score coils around itself in ever-tightening spirals. The lines ripple with black humor and madness. Enter Sweeney's tonsorial parlor. Attend the tale.
ANGELA LANSBURY AND GEORGE HEARN. (1982) 140 Mins
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*COMPANY - Original Cast Album
Extraordinary documentary capturing the
explosive recording session for Stephen Sondheim’s landmark musical. On May 3,
1970, just a few days after its triumphant Broadway opening, 1970 58 Minutes
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TRUE WEST
Filmed play about two very different brothers,
one a criminal and the other a screen-writing family man who becomes appalled by
his wayward brother's relationship with a producer. Written by Sam Shepard.
Starring: Bruce Willis, Chad Smith, Andrew Alburger, Danielle
Kennedy.
2002 107 MINS
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*BROADWAY'S LOST TREASURES
*BROADWAY'S LOST TREASURES II
*BROADWAY'S LOST TREASURES III
3 VOLUMES. Broadway's Lost Treasures delivers what the
title promises: Historic performances of great moments in American musical
theatre televised on the Tony Awards.
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BROADWAY
BBC (August 2000) Three
part TV series in which British entertainer Michael Barrymore
travels to Broadway. Interviews with Elaine Paige, Andrew Lloyd Webber. Cameron
Mackintosh, Gwen Verdon, Bernadette Peters, Tim Rice…Clips from Fosse, Cats,
Lion King, Oklahoma, Annie Get Your Gun…
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TAP YOUR TROUBLES AWAY: THE WORDS AND MUSIC OF
JERRY HERMAN 
S.T.A.G.E Too Southland Theatre Artists Goodwill Event and the Actors' fund of America Introduced by Lynn Redgrave. Starring Mary Joe Catlett, Carol Channing, Carole Cook, Wilson Cruz, Tyne Daly, Nancy Dussault, Cynthia Ferrer, Joely Fisher, Davis Gaines, Jason Graae, Brian Lane Green, Sam Harris, Reece Holland, Kim Hoy, Jane A. Johnston, Dale Kristien, Angela Lansbury, Michael Maguire, Rod McKuen, Rita Moreno, Ken Page, Hugh Panaro, Bernadette Peters, Valerie Pettiford, Charlotte Rae, Lee Roy Reams, Marcia Rodd, Douglas Sills, Leslie Uggams, Joe Ann Worley ... Among many others and surprise guests!
SEMI PRO VIDEO RECORDING. 2001 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES
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*JERRY HERMAN'S BROADWAY - AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL 
This 1993 tribute to Jerry Herman collects numbers from the songwriter's
Broadway shows, performed by a wide variety of stars, many with strong ties to
Herman. You've got Carol Channing, of course (the original and forever Dolly),
Leslie Uggams (Jerry's Girls), George Hearn (La Cage aux Folles),
Bea Arthur (with her trademark "Man in the Moon" from Mame), Lee Roy
Reams and Karen Morrow (An Evening with Jerry Herman), Florence Lacey
(The Grand Tour), Lorna Luft (Judy Garland's daughter), Davis Gaines,
Michael Feinstein, and Rita Moreno, all backed by the Los Angeles Philharmonic
under the baton of Don Pippin (Herman's longtime musical director) before a live
audience at the Hollywood Bowl.
113 MINS 1994
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*WORDS AND MUSIC BY JERRY HERMAN 
Herman wrote the words and music for some of the
greatest Broadway musicals ever, including Hello, Dolly! and Mame and La Cage
aux Folles. Five years in the making, this new documentary by award-winning
filmmaker Amber Edwards takes you backstage through insightful on-camera
interviews, behind-the-scenes rehearsal sessions, rare photographs, and
never-before-seen archival footage of original Broadway performances to create a
warm, humorous and moving portrait of a living theater legend. The "supporting
cast" is truly a Who’s Who of Broadway: Carol Channing, Angela Lansbury, Charles
Nelson Reilly, Marge Champion, Arthur Laurents, Charles Strouse, Fred Ebb,
George Hearn, Phyllis Newman, Michael Feinstein, musical director Donald Pippin,
singers Leslie Uggams and Jason Graae, author Francine Pascal, and historians
Miles Kreuger and Ken Bloom. With DVD extras.
2007 90 MINUTES
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EVENING AT POPS - JERRY HERMAN
Featuring Marin Mazzie, Faith Prince, John Barrowman
Join Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Orchestra as the 34th Season of
EVENING AT POPS kicks off with a tribute to legendary Broadway composer Jerry
Herman. In honour of Herman's 70th birthday, celebrities from the Great White
Way -- including Tony-award winner Faith Prince, Marin Mazzie, and John
Barrowman perform songs from the hits Hello, Dolly!, La Cage aux Folles, and
Mame. Tune in as Herman shares stories from his prolific career, and for an
evening of show-stopping numbers from today's brightest Broadway stars.
2004 1 hour -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
LIVE FROM BROADWAY - HELLO, DOLLY! OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL 
Hello, Dolly! Opening Night Special, 10/19/95 ~ WOR-TV, New York. Hosted by
Pat Collins, David Birney, and Phil Harper. Local New York coverage of the 30th
Anniversary revival. Includes taped pieces with footage from the show, rehearsal
footage, as well as interviews with Carol Channing, Director Lee Roy Reams,
Jerry Herman, and others. Originally broadcast live. Commercials have been
edited out. About 90 minutes long.
(Also included on the disc:
Busker's Alley, Press Reels, 1994).
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*BROADWAY THE AMERICAN MUSICAL 
Features six episodes which explore the history
of Broadway. In 'Syncopated City: 1919-1933' the new freedom brought about by
the end of prohibition is explored. Episodes also include: 'Give My Regards To
Broadway: 1893-1927', 'I Got Plenty O' Nuttin: 1929-1942', 'What A Beautiful
Mornin', 'Tradition: 1959-1979' and 'Putting It Together: 1980-Present'.
2004 Run Time: 342 minutes 2 DISCS
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BOB FOSSE - STEAM HEAT 
Profile documentary about the career of dancer,
choreographer and director Bob Fosse, from his early days as a dancer at MGM,
his triumphs on Broadway and the big screen. Contains archive footage, vintage
clips, interviews with the man himself, Gwen Verdon and Daughter Nicole
Fosse. 1990 RUN TIME: APPROX 60 MINUTES
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*THE PIRATES OF
PENZANCE - BROADWAY THEATRE ARCHIVE
Gilbert and Sullivan's raucous operatic tale is captured in all its fun and glory in this production, recorded live at Central Park's Delacorte Theater. Kevin Kline sparkles as the swashbuckling and libidinous Pirate King while Linda Ronstadt makes her theatrical debut as the lovely and virginal Mabel. When Mabel and Frederic, a young pirate bound to serve the Pirate King, fall in love, complications arise and high spirited antics ensue. The incomparable cast offers the best in this boisterous romp. BROADWAY THEATRE ARCHIVE 1980. STARRING KEVIN
KLINE, LINDA RONSTADT, GEORGE ROSE, REX SMITH, PATRICIA ROUTLEDGE. 122 Minutes
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*FOSSE 
Dancer, choreographer, director, legend. Bob Fosse’s sexy style and unique vision revolutionised the musical theatre. He put Dancin’ up in lights, gave us Sweet Charity and made Chicago the most famous landmark in New York. His films, from Cabaret to All That Jazz, were the last of the great movie musicals. Now his ground-breaking work is in the spotlight again, recreated by long-time Fosse stars Gwen Verdon and Ann Reinking, as extraordinary dancers and singers give us the dance of a lifetime in Fosse. STARRING BEN
VEREEN & ANN REINKING.
2003 127 Minutes
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LES MISERABLES: STAGE BY
STAGE 
INTERNATIONALLY THE MOST SUCCESSFUL STAGESHOW OF
ALL TIME. NOW ITS STORY IS CAPTURED ON THIS PROGRAMME WITH SONGS AND HIGHLIGHTS
FROM PRODUCTIONS AROUND THE WORLD.
1988 60 MINS
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HOT SHOE SHUFFLE
NEW SHARPER, CLEARER RECORDING OF THIS BBC
TELEVISION SHOWING. EDITED TO AN HOUR, THE SHOW INCLUDES GREAT SONG AND DANCE
NUMBERS.
THE ORIGINAL AUSTRALIAN CAST. FROM THE QUEENS
THEATRE LONDON 1994
WITH CHAPTERED MENU -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SHOWSTOPPERS: THE BEST OF
BROADWAY 
21 GREAT STARS, 20 GREAT MUSICALS ALL IN ONE
GREAT SHOW!
STARRING: Ethel Merman, Nell Carter,Donna
McKechnie,Pamela Myers,Wayne Cilento, Debbie Reynolds, Jerry Orbach, Chita
Rivera, Barry Bostwick, David Haskell, Robert Morse, Alexis Smith, Len Cariou.
Hosted by Tom Bosley.
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
1982 117 MINS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THE WILL ROGERS
FOLLIES A Life In Revue 
THE TONY AWARD WINNING MUSICAL
Music By Cy Coleman, Lyrics By Betty Comden
& Adolph Green,Directed & Choreographed by Tommy Tune.Opened: May 1,
1991 at the Palace Theatre. Cast List: Keith Carradine, Dee Hoty, Dick Latessa,
Cady Huffman, Vince Bruce, Paul Ukena Jr. and the voice of Gregory Peck.
1991 TV BROADCAST
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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*ACORN ANTIQUES THE
MUSICAL
Acorn Antiques the Musical! is the all-singing all-dancing fully overalled stage version of the beloved TV spoof. This triumphant West End production brought together Julie Walters (Mrs Overall), Celia Imrie (Miss Babs) and Duncan Preston (Mr Clifford) - the original cast of the series. It was directed by Sir Trevor Nunn (Les Miserables, Woman in White, Starlight Express) and was written by JulieÂ's understudy, the award-winning, Victoria Wood. This DVD, filmed during the sell-out run at the beautiful Haymarket Theatre, features an all-star supporting cast of Josie Lawrence, Neil Morrissey & Sally Ann Triplett. ...Acorn Antiques: The Musical
JULIE WALTERS, VICTORIA WOOD 2006 157
MINUTES
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MAKING ACORN ANTIQUES THE
MUSICAL 
A behind-the-scenes documentary following the
build-up to the West End musical of Victoria Wood’s Acorn Antiques. From the
press-conference launch through to the opening night, fly-on-the-wall footage of
Victoria Wood, Julie Walters, Celia Imrie, Neil Morrissey and Josie Lawrence
strutting their stuff, losing it and laughing a lot.
1 hour Transmitted: ITV1 Sat March 12
2005 DIGITAL TV
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*PIPPIN 
Pippin is a pip of a Broadway musical that is
not only a contemporary classic but also the play that made director
choreographer Bob Fosse a famous name long before "Cabaret" and "All That Jazz".
STARRING: Ben Vereen, William Katt, Leslie
Denniston, and Benjamin Rayson
1981 112 Minutes
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RE: JOYCE 
Maureen Lipman recreates her acclaimed stage
celebration of the work of the late Joyce Grenfell. The show is an affectionate
look at one of the nation's best-loved entertainers, and Lipman pays a very
personal homage to her childhood heroine through her inventive monologues and
songs.
1991 (Recorded 2009 BBCFOUR) APPROX 1 HR 40
MINS DIGITAL TV
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A WEEK IN THE WEST END
Week-long daytime series presented by Claire
Sweeney and Alistair Appleton. Looking at London's Theatreland and delving into
the history of some of the shows. Clips from Chicago, Lion King, Mamma Mia, My
Fair Lady, Kiss Me Kate…etc. With contributions from a wide range of people in
the industry. Not just the actors heading the shows, but swings, directors,
writers, choreographers, MD’s, stage managers, and producers. In addition there
was also room for "ordinary" people (be it Am-Dram performers, Masterclass
students, or show fans). This week-long series had something for all theatre
fans, whether you wanted to know about behind-the-scenes or front of stage,
musicals or drama.
BBC2 February 2002 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
*SHOWBUSINESS: THE ROAD TO
BROADWAY
ShowBusiness: The Road to Broadway" follows the
four high-profile productions that would eventually become Tony nominees for
Best Musical of 2004: "Wicked," (currently the highest grossing musical of all
time), the Rosie O'Donnell/Boy George musical brought from London, "Taboo," Tony
Kushner's "Caroline, or Change," and a grown-up puppet show called "Avenue Q."
Digging behind the scenes, from casting and out-of-town previews to the
suspense-filled Tony Awards, "ShowBusiness" provides an engrossing look at the
inner workings of Broadway musicals. Listening in to critics around the dinner
table, interviews with the creators, footage of rehearsals and openings all
combine to make who camethis one of the most
entertaining documentaries (and dramas) about the world of musical theater. 2007 102 MINUTES
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE - A BROADWAY CELEBRATION 
"A Broadway Celebration: In Performance at the White House" is a PBS music
special in the East Room of the White House. President and Mrs. Obama hosted the
event on Monday, July 19, 2010 featuring a series of performances by major
Broadway artists and new talent presenting selections from American musicals
that reflect the spirit, energy and ambition of America. The evening is emceed
by Nathan Lane and includes Idina Menzel, Brian d'Arcy James, Audra McDonald,
Chad Kimball, Elaine Stritch, Marvin Hamlisch, Karen Olivo, Tonya Pinkins,
Assata Alston and a youth ensemble from the Joy of Motion Dance Center and Duke
Ellington School of the Arts, with Danielle Arci and Constantine Rousouli.
PBS 2010 1 HOUR DIGITAL TV
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE: A TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN MUSIC -
RODGERS AND HART
A tribute to Rodgers and Hart includes comments by President and Mrs. Reagan,
and performances by emcee Marvin Hamlisch, Liza Minnelli, Bobby Short and Vic
Damone. Music includes "Blue Moon," "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered,"
"Spring Is Here," "Ten Cents a Dance," "Manhattan" and "Dancing on the Ceiling."
1987 Run Time Approx 1 Hour
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE: THE MUSIC OF COLE PORTER 
Master of Ceremonies Marvin Hamlisch. Featuring Mel Torme, Kaye Ballard,
Patti Austin, and special guest June Allyson. Hosted by President and Mrs
Reagan.
1987 1 HOUR
COMMAND PERFORMANCE: AN ALL-STAR SALUTE TO THE PRESIDENT
An all-star salute to President Reagan. Hosted by Harry Hamlin and Jane
Seymore. Starring Frankie Avalon, Rosemary Clooney, Clifton Davis, Fabian,
Michael Feinstein, Joseph Gabriel, LaToya Jackson, Shirley Jones, Robert Klein,
Bobby Rydell. With special guest James Stewart.
1989 55 mins
BOTH ON SAME DISC
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE:
CHORUS LINES 
Presented on the South Lawn of the White House.
This is the last program of the season for the series, and it is the last in the
house for President and Mrs. Reagan. The show is a bright, even rousing, sendoff
for this couple, out of the business and, as one can see on the program,
still have it in their blood. Not too many First Ladies have been seen dancing
with a chorus line. Starring Marvin Hamlisch, Stubby Kaye, Shirley Jones, Lee
Roy Reams. They are supported the President's Own United States Marine Band and
the 80-voice choir from Morgan State University in Baltimore. 1988 PBS 59 mins
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE:
SHOWSTOPPERS 
Two hour-long programmes here from 1988. Hosted
by President and Mrs. Reagan, these concerts in the PBS series "In Performance
at the White House" features performances by:
CONCERT 1: Marvin Hamlisch, Jerry Orbach, Pearl
Bailey, Jerry Herman, Larry Kert, Judy Kuhn, Pamela Myers. (February 28,
1988)
CONCERT 2: Marvin Hamlisch, Beatrice Arthur,
Jennifer Holliday, Dorothy Loudon, Elaine Paige, Mary Martin. (April 24,
1988)
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE: THE
SINGER AND THE SONG
1999 ~ PBS-TV
Patty LuPone, Jennifer Holliday, Brian Stokes
Mitchell, James Naughton hosts. An intimate concert for the Clintons and invited
guests.
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"GREAT PERFORMANCES"
AN EVENING WITH ALAN JAY LERNER
PBS presents a "Great Performances" production
of the songs of lyricist Alan Jay Lerner, performed Oct. 23 at Lincoln Center's
New York State Theatre. Starring Julie Andrews, Rudolf Nureyev, Leonard
Bernstein, Georgia Brown, Sally Ann Howes, Len Cariou, Robert Goulet, Richard
Kiley, Liza Minnelli, Jane Powell, Lee Roy Reams, Liz Roberton, Harold Prince
and other stars.
1989 90 mins approx
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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IRVING BERLIN'S
100TH BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATION
A two-hour presentation taped at Carnegie Hall
in New York on May 11, 1988, featuring celebrities from all forms of American
entertainment and the performing arts in a tribute to America's legendary
songwriter, Irving Berlin, in honor of his one-hundredth birthday. With: Bea
Arthur, Tony Bennett, Leonard Bernstein, Barry Bostwick, Nell Carter, Ray
Charles, Rosemary Clooney, Natalie Cole, Walter Cronkite, Billy Eckstine and
many more.
NOW WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE
Filmed live at the Albery Theatre in London's
West End. Starring: Tee Jaye Jenkins, Trent Kendall, Monroe Kent III, Jason
Penny Cooke, Richard D. Sharp, Faruma Williams. Over 100 minutes of Louis Jordan
magic, crazy gags, electrifying dance routines and of course, the amazin', floor
shakin', armraisin', Five Guys Conga!
1995 Video Transfer 103 MINS
APPROX
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JEKYLL & HYDE THE
MUSICAL
Starring Rob Evan, Coleen Sexton, Andrea
Rivette, George Merritt, & Barrie Ingham. Rare unaired show professionally filmed for
Pay-Per-View. 2000
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SIR CLIFF RICHARD:
HEATHCLIFF
This musical production follows the life of
Heathcliff (Cliff Richard), the brooding character from Emily Bronte's classic
novel WUTHERING HEIGHTS. When young Heathcliff becomes a man, he falls for the
troubled Cathy, leading to tragedy on the Yorkshire moors. Richard's turn as
Heathcliff was a huge stage success, aided by the lyrics of Tim Rice and music
composed by John Farrar. All the magic of the live stage performance is captured
here, together with stunning extra footage filmed on the Yorkshire moors
exclusively for this video.
1997 High Quality Video Transfer 120
MINUTES
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SING HAPPY (KANDER & EBB TRIBUTE)
S.T.A.G.E. Benefit concert in L.A. from Oct 25,
2003. Featuring: Ian Abercrombie, Carol Channing, Carole Cook, Wilson Cruz,
Tyne Daly, Nancy Dussault, Jill Eikenberry, David Engel, Bonnie Franklin, Victor
Garber, Robert Goulet, Jason Graae, Ilene Graff, Neil Patrick Harris, David
Hasselhoff, Florence Henderson, Marilu Henner, Jane A. Johnston, Dale Kristien,
Jane Lanier, Sharon Lawrence, Marin Mazzie, Gerry McIntyre, Donna McKechnie,
Liza Minnelli, Rod McKuen, Rita Moreno, Karen Morrow, Pamela Myers, Jack
Noseworthy, Valarie Pettiford, Stefanie Powers, Charlotte Rae, John C. Reilly,
Alice Ripley, Michael Rupert, Joan Ryan, Honey Sanders, Jennifer Tilly, Michael
Tucker, Ben Vereen. A concert to benefit The Actor's Fund of Los Angeles.
Semi-pro shot with one camera on a tripod.
2 HOURS 43 MINS
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RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA 1965
A 1965 made-for-TV feature, "Rodgers and
Hammerstein's Cinderella" is an adaptation of the classic tale starring Lesley
Ann Warren, Stuart Damon, Walter Pidgeon, Ginger Rodgers and others, complete
with music from the famed Rodgers and Hammerstein duo. While certainly not the
most famous adaptation of the classic tale, good performances elevate this
edition above many of the others and have gained it a decent fan
base.
BBC2 2009 COLOUR DIGITAL TV 80 MINS
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*HEY, MR PRODUCER!
A magical night of theatre that could only take place in your dreams... until
now. HEY, MR PRODUCER! features selected scenes from the productions of the
world's most successful musical producer, Cameron Mackintosh - classic songs
from classic musicals performed by the ultimate cast. Now dreams become reality
in this stunning theatrical concert introduced by JULIE ANDREWS. Featuring a
glittering array of internationally acclaimed artists, this incomparable concert
includes spectacularly staged scenes from some of the best-loved musicals of the
twentieth century including LES MISéRABLES, CATS, MISS SAIGON, OLIVER!, MY FAIR
LADY, OKLAHOMA!, CAROUSEL, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, and many others.
Filmed at London's Lyceum Theatre, 1998 137 MINS
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*ELAINE STRITCH AT LIBERTY
An astonishing performance in this highly acclaimed one-woman show. In a
series of vignettes punctuated by songs from the shows in which she starred, she
tells stories from her career ranging from the hilarious to the deeply
moving.
2003 146 MINUTES
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*VICTOR VICTORIA (1995 BROADWAY PRODUCTION)
One of the world's most talented and best-loved performers, Julie Andrews
reaches new heights in the most challenging role of her career as a woman
pretending to be a man impersonating a woman! Filmed on the Broadway stage in
1995 (and based on the 1982 film), the immensely popular Victor/Victoria is a
warm, funny, wildly energetic look at the nature of love, gender perceptions and
the battle of the sexes.
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FOLLIES PAPER MILL PLAYHOUSE NEW JERSEY PRODUCTION.
STARRING ANN MILLER, KAYE BALLARD, DEE HOTY, EDDIE BRACKEN, DONNA McKECHNIE,
LILIANE MONTEVECCHI, PHYLIS NEWMAN, TONY ROBERTS..ETC
VERY GOOD QUALITY IN-HOUSE CAMERA RECORDING 1998
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NOTHING LIKE A DAME 2006
STAR-STUDDED CHARITY CONCERT HELD AT THE IMPERIAL THEATRE, BROADWAY.
Presented by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Notable acts include Maria
Friedman, Ruthie Henshall, Tyne Daly, Bebe Neuwirth.
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LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, Broadway
(4th Dec.04) Cast: Gary Beach, Daniel Davis
Great quality recording filmed from the audience. Quality
A.
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GYPSY, Broadway (25th March 08)
Cast: Patti Lupone, Boyd Gaines, Laura Benanti, Leigh Ann
Larkin, Tony Yazbeck, Marilyn Caskey, Alison Fraser, Lenora Nemetz, Katie Micha.
Quality: A (A not to be missed production, very detailed and
near perfection. Beautifully captured from the audience and performances that
rival the definition of musical theater)
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*BROADWAY'S BEST AT POPS
Right from the beginning the Boston Pops Orchestra and that New York
phenomenon known as Broadway were made for each other. But it wasn't until 1970
on 'Evening At Pops' that television viewers around America finally got to see
as well as hear this renowned orchestra play. Here are highlights from some of
those enchanted evenings directly from the 'Pops' archives. FEATURING: Pearl
Bailey, Ray Bolger, Tommy Tune, Sammy Davis Jr., Bernadette Peters, Gregory
Hines, Carol Channing, John Raitt, Bonnie Raitt, Elaine Paige, Audra McDonald,
Tyne Daly, Barbara Cook, Bea Arthur, June Anderson, Ben Vereen, Joel Grey, Ethel
Merman.
PBS 2005 60 MINS
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*BROADWAY THE GOLDEN AGE - BY THE LEGENDS WHO WERE
THERE
In their own words, and not a moment too soon - 'Broadway' tells the stories
of our theatrical legends, how they came to New York, and how they created this
legendary century in American theatre. This may be the last chance that these
stories may be documented, for unlike film and television, live theatre exists
only in the memories of those who were there watching, or more importantly,
creating this magic. 'Broadway' tells the stories of these legendary performers,
composers and writers while illustrating their tales with amazing, rare,
archival performance footage and these legends' own home movies and photos.
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*FOLLIES IN CONCERT 
The incomparable Stephen Sondheim brought his sensational Follies to
the stage in 1971 where it was hailed as "monumental theater" by The New York
Times. Fourteen years later, the magic was recreated by an unparalleled
gathering of stage and screen luminaries performing with the New York
Philharmonic at Lincoln Center for a wildly enthusiastic audience. This
one-night-only performance became a legendary event in Broadway
history--Follies in Concert! The evolution of this unique, historic event
is exclusively captured in this documentary film, from the first rehearsal--just
four days before the show--to the last-second butterflies just before the
curtain rose. This is a rare treasure for all fans of musical theater. Includes
the memorable songs "Losing My Mind" and "I'm Still Here" and an all-star cast:
Carol Burnett, Liz Callaway, Betty Comden, Barbara Cook, Adolph Green, George
Hearn, Howard McGillin, Liliane Montevecchi, Phyllis Newman, Mandy Patinkin, Lee
Remick, and Elaine Stritch.
1985 90 minutes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
*ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER: THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL CELEBRATION 
In 1998, a concert celebrated Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's 50th birthday at the
Royal Albert Hall. It featured more than two hours of hits from a body of work
spanning almost three decades. In this record of a memorable night, star after
star steps onto a massive, Eurovision-style set to revisit golden moments in
their long association with Britain's most successful composer of musicals.
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*ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER - MASTERPIECE 
Andrew Lloyd Webber brings this best-of production to China, the show's first
performance in the country. Brought to life by a 60 piece orchestra and some of
West End's and Broadway's biggest stars, this program is a stirring collection
of Webber best loved songs from musicals such as CATS, EVITA, JESUS CHRIST
SUPERSTAR, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, and many others.
2001
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ANGELA LANSBURY: A CELEBRATION
Gala benefit concert in honour of Angela Lansbury, the actress and singer who
enjoyed a prolific career in Hollywood before blossoming into a star of Broadway
musicals in the '60s.
1996
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BBC OMNIBUS: SUNSET BOULEVARD 
Documentary about the adaptation of SUNSET BOULEVARD from film to stage
musical. Examines every aspect of the production, including the decision to take
a story about Los Angeles back to the city in this new form. Includes interviews
with Andrew Lloyd Webber, Glenn Close, lyricist Don Black, story writer
Christopher Hampton and director Trevor Nunn.
1993 50 MINS -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES: THE GERSHWIN'S "CRAZY FOR YOU"
1999
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*LEA SALONGA: THE BROADWAY CONCERT 
Lea Salonga perfoms the Broadway Concert! Watch her sing 15 songs from the
musicals! Track listing: 1. Overture 2. Maybe 3. I Can See It 4. I've Never Been
In Love Before 5. I Enjoy Being A Girl 6. Love, Look Away 7. Andrew Llyod Webber
Medley - I Don't Know How To Love Him - As If We Never Said Goodbye - Don't Cry
For Me Argentina 8. Someone Else's Story 9. Nothing 10. You'll Never Get Away
From Me/ Wherever We Go 11. Too Much For One Heart 12. Where Is Love/ As Long As
He Needs Me 13. Someone To Watch Over Me 14. Someone Like You 15. Something
Wonderful/ Being Alive
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*CATS
2 DISC EDITION
ELAINE PAIGE, JOHN MILLS, KEN PAGE, ROSEMARIE FORD, MICHAEL GRUBER.
1998
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*KISS ME KATE
One of Cole Porter’s best-known musicals showcasing some of his greatest
songs - Too Darn Hot, So In Love, Why Can’t You Behave, Wunderbar, Another
Op’nin, Another Show - and based on Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew.
Filmed live in front of the Victoria Palace Theatre audience in August 2002.
Brent Barrett, Rachel York, Nancy Kathryn Anderson, and Michael Berresse.
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MY NIGHT WITH REG
1996 BBC TV adaptation of the award winning stage play.
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ETHEL MERMAN COLLECTION
2 DISCS
TV interviews and performances from the first lady of American musical
theatre. All clips are of varied viewing quality. Shows include: Ed Sullivan,
Merv Griffin, Mike Douglas, Johnny Carson, Jack Jones and Sha Na Na. More
performance clips include President Reagan's Inauguration concert and Super
Night at Forest Hills. Included is the 1977 tv special "From This Moment
On...Cole Porter" with Eydie Gorme and Steve Lawrence with Ethel and Bob Hope.
There are also rare interviews with Ethel and Mary Martin 1977 on their
forthcoming one-night only Broadway event. There is a fascinating 30 minute
interview with Gene Shalit, TV ads: Vel, Texaco and Canada Dry. Also included
are many tv news reports and tributes on the death of this legendary star.
APPROX 4 HOURS WITH CHAPTERED MENU ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ETHEL MERMAN: AN EVENING WITH ETHEL MERMAN
RARE KINESCOPE BBC TV SHOW LONDON 1965 1
hour
WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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1959
Rare Vintage Musical salute to Ethel Merman's career on
Broadway, from her 1930 debut in Girl Crazy to her hit performance in Gypsy.
With guests: Tab Hunter, Fess Parker, and Tom Poston.
RARE KINESCOPE
First Aired: November 24, 1959 1hr
WITH CHAPTERED MENU
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ETHEL MERMAN "THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW
BUSINESS" 
A&E BIOGRAPHY 2001 60 MINUTES
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ANN MILLER "I'M STILL HERE" 
A&E BIOGRAPHY 2000 60 MINUTES
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ANTHONY WARLOW TV APPEARANCES
Compiled by a fan, this dvd includes Television performances and interviews
captured from Australian TV
2 HOURS WITH SELECTION MENU
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THE AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE PRESENTS A CELEBRATION OF BROADWAY DANCE
The American Dance Machine is an exceptional troupe which is dedicated to the
preservation of 20th Century musical theatre choreography. In this performance
the dancers give a stunning salute to Broadway. With guests: Gwen Verdon, Wayne
Cliento, Lee Roy Reams.
1981 1 hour
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MARNI NIXON IN CONCERT "THE VOICE OF HOLLYWOOD" 
FEATURING SONGS MARNI MADE FAMOUS IN THE FILMS "AN AFFAIR TO REMEMBER", "THE
KING AND I", "MY FAIR LADY", "WEST SIDE STORY" AND OTHER FAMILIAR STANDARDS.
RARE THRILLING OPPORTUNITY TO SEE A HOLLYWOOD MUSICAL LEGEND LIVE!
SEMI-PRO VIDEOTAPED RECORDING AT THE ORPHEUM THEATRE, FOXBORO, 2000.
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BROADWAY'S BEST FROM BRAVO
The biggest stars in the pop music industry perform Broadway songs; guests
include Shawn Colvin, Linda Eder, Kevin Bacon, Cyndi Lauper, Harvey Fierstein,
Mandy Moore and Trisha Yearwood.
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SUNSET BLVD (Pro Shot – Press Reel)
Cast: Glenn Close,Alan Campbell,George Hearn, Alice Ripley
Excellent quality with chaptered menu. (includes. the main songs, running
time: 30 min.)
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FOLLIES 1971
THE DAVID FROST SHOW 1971 / FINAL RUN THROUGH FILM FOOTAGE (COLOUR WITH
SOUND)
YVONNE DE CARLO, ALEXIS SMITH, GENE NELSON, DOROTHY COLLINS.
VARIED VIEWING QUALITY WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL LIVE
Los Angeles, CA (8th Oct.2006) Actor's Fund Concert
"Kicking off the Actor's Fund "Musical Mondays" series, Tony Award winner,
Brian Stokes Mitchell plays to a capacity crown in the beautiful lobby of the
Pantages Theatre. Stopping the show multiple times, and receiving 2 standing
ovations, Mitchell performed a set which included some pop and jazz as well as
showstoppers "Wheels Of A Dream," This nearly Was Mine," and "The Impossible
Dream." Mitchell also sings "Embracable You" to Mitzy Gaynor who was sitting in
the first row."
Filmed using one camera on a tripod. Crystal clear. DVD has been re-authored
to include an opening menu and scene selections.
1 Hour 40 Minutes
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*MACBETH
A highly acclaimed production starring the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Stars: Ian McKellen, Dame Judi Dench, Susan Dury, Judith Harte, Greg Hicks,
David Howey, Griffith Jones.
1978 145 Mins
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IN THE SHADOW OF THE STARS
This delightful Oscar winning documentary goes behind the scenes of the
prestigious San Francisco Opera to look at the lives of choristers, the backbone
of every opera company. "In the Shadow of the Stars" comprises interviews with
eleven singers, as well as footage of opera performances and backstage activity.
It reveals the passion, love, and even obsession the performers have for the
opera and their craft. Included are scenes from "The Rake's Progress,"
"Macbeth," and "La Bohème."
1991 1 hr 34 mins
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THE SOUTH BANK SHOW: THE MAKING OF VIVA LA DIVA 
Prima Ballerina Darcey Bussell and Operatic singer Katherine Jenkins are the
focus of this documentary about their already sold-out show, Viva La Diva.
ITV1 2007 APPROX 50 MINS DIGITAL TV
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SAM – SAM HARRIS ONE MAN SHOW
Sam Harris' diverse career has run the gamut from singer/songwriter to
director, writer and producer, as well as being an actor on Broadway, film and
television.
2003
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RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 2007
This year, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular invites you to a celebration
75 Years in the making! A once-in-a-lifetime, extraordinary experience that will
redefine "Spectacular" from the moment you enter the doors! Snow will fall, the
glow of fireworks will light up the stage, and the Rockettes will debut three
new dazzling numbers as part this year's spectacular celebration. The show is a
delight from the moment you enter the hall with a showcase honoring our enduring
tradition, and immersive moments that will envelop you and your loved ones in
the true meaning of Christmas.
DECEMBER 1 2007
NBC BROADCAST. ONE HOUR SPECIAL.
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NOTHING LIKE A DAME 2005
NOTHING LIKE A DAME benefitted The Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative
of The Actors’ Fund of America. A night to remember, NOTHING LIKE A DAME'S 10th
Anniversary featured performances from the first ladies of Broadway. Lillias
White, Phylicia Rashad, Zoe Caldwell, Andrea McArdle, Gary Beach and Les
Cagelles, Rosie O'Donnell, Bebe Neuwirth, Maureen McGovern, Art Of Dance, Dee
Hoty, Charles Busch among others.
Marquis Theatre on March 14 2005
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EVENING AT POPS RICHARD RODGERS TRIBUTE
Part 1 of a two-part tribute to Richard Rodgers focuses on his collaborations
with lyricist Oscar Hammerstein. Keith Lockhart conducts the Boston Pops, who
accompany singers Audra McDonald, Rebecca Luker, Lillias White, Mary Testa, Ron
Raines and Douglas Sills.
2002 1 HOUR APPROX
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SOUTH BANK SHOW STEPHEN SONDHEIM MASTERCLASS
This hour-long documentary showed Sondheim coaching students at the Guildhall
School of Music on how to perform and interpret four of his songs.
(London Weekend Television) May 20th 1984
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*COLE PORTER - AN ALL-STAR TRIBUTE: BELL TELEPHONE HOUR
Starring Ethel Merman, Peter Nero, John Raitt, Martha Wright, Gretchen Wyler.
Originally broadcast on The Bell Telephone Hour. Included are Bonus outtakes of
Ethel Merman.
Jan. 28, 1964 55 min Color.
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IRA GERSHWIN: A CENTENARY CELEBRATION -- WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING
MORE? 
BBC Presentation of a concert from London's Royal Albert Hall which begins
the Gershwin Centenary, celebrating the works of lyricist Ira Gershwin. Popular
music stars perform some of Gershwin's best loved songs. Stars include: David
Soul, Charles Dance, Larry Adler, John Barrowman, Tim Flavin, Ruthie Henshall,
Lorna Luft plus many, many more!
BBC 1996 90 MINUTES - WITH CHAPTERED MENU
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THE MERV GRIFFIN SHOW: TRIBUTE TO JULE STYNE
Merv Griffin, Jule Styne, Ethel Merman, Sammy Davis Jr, Betty Comden, Adolph
Green, Phyllis Newman, Marvin Hamlisch. Filmed live in New York City. About 90
minutes, complete with original commercials. In color.
1979 ~ TV
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GREY GARDENS: FROM EAST HAMPTON TO BROADWAY
This 50-minute documentary unfolds the creative journey of Albert Maysles'
cult classic, GREY GARDENS - from non-fiction film to spectacularly mounted
Broadway musical. Captured in the 1975 Maysles film, GREY GARDENS, the
indomitable Edith Beale and her daughter Edie, aunt and cousin to Jacqueline
Kennedy Onassis, were revealed to be a most unique and engaging mother daughter
act - inhabiting a folie à deux built upon powerful interdependence, quirky
eccentricity, courage, devotion and love. Their essence and their story soon
catapulted them to cult icon status, an ironic counterpoint to Mrs. Onassis' own
such status, and culminating in the ultimate homage: being portrayed on the
Broadway stage. The documentary will feature behind-the-scenes footage of the
show's rehearsals, performance and insightful interviews with the creators and
cast, as well as a revealing interview with Albert Maysles and relevant insights
from Beale authorities, devotees, cultural commentators, audience and fans.
"Grey Gardens: From East Hampton to Broadway" tells the story of how the Beales
went from cult-film classic to Broadway smash, mainly through the dogged
determination of composer Scott Frankel, who felt a kinship with the women's
utter rejection of the life society had prescribed for them. Everyone had to be
convinced, from lyricist Michael Korie to dramatist Doug Wright, but in the end
the thing was done and what opened as a small off-Broadway musical soon moved to
the Walter Kerr Theatre, where it racked up 10 Tony nominations, three of which
it won."
2007 ~ PBS-TV HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL TV
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THE HILLS ARE ALIVE CONCERT
Bryn Terfel's Faenol festival 26th August 2007
The Hills are Alive is a gala of best loved songs from the world of musical
theatre (Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, Phantom of the Opera, Evita,
Kismet, Chess, South Pacific, Sunset Blvd, Miss Saigon and others.) and now
boasts one of the hottest line ups in the world - Michael Ball who needs no
introduction to Faenol audiences following his sell out performance at the first
Festival in 2000. He returns this year following a successful UK tour and
performances in ENO’s new production of Kismet. He is joined on the Faenol stage
by Olivier Award winning West End and Broadway star Ruthie Henshall, and by the
winner of the BBC’s popular show ‘How do you Solve a Problem like Maria?’,
Connie Fisher. The gala is accompanied by the Faenol Festival Orchestra under
the baton of renowned West End conductor Callum McLeod.
1 Hour approx
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*BERNADETTE PETERS IN CONCERT
Bernadette Peters stars in this 90-minute live concert from London's Royal
Festival Hall. Marvin Laird conducts the Orchestra.
Songs are: 1.We're in the Money/Pennies from Heaven 2.Broadway Baby 3.No One
Is Alone 4.Sooner or Later 5.Unexpected Song 6.Faithless Love 7.Time Heals
Everything 8.Raining in My Heart 9.Some People 10.Johanna 11.Happiness 12.Hello,
Little Girl/Any Moment 13.Later 14.You Could Drive a Person Crazy 15.Not a Day
Goes By 16.Being Alive 17.With So Little to Be Sure Of 18.Children Will
Listen-Move On 19.I'll Be Seeing You 20.My Romance/Just the Way You Look
Tonight
1998 Run Time: 91 minutes
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KRISTIN CHENOWETH: FROM STAGE TO SCREEN
This special episode of EVENING AT POPS takes us from the silver screen of
Hollywood to the fabled stages of the Great White Way. Broadway sensation
Kristin Chenoweth joins conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Orchestra
to pay tribute to movie musicals that became Broadway musicals, including "Let
Yourself Go" from Swingtime; and "Apartment 14G" from Thoroughly Modern Millie.
She also performs her celebrated version of "Glitter And Be Gay" from Candide.
Then, Keith welcomes his longtime friend and college classmate Rob Marshall, the
Academy Award-nominated director of the multi-Oscar winning screen musical
Chicago, who is on-hand to discuss some of those popular films that went on to
become Broadway musicals.
2005 1HOUR
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GARY WILMOT'S SHOWSTOPPERS
A rare chance to see this very first one-hour hit BBC TV special starring
British Actor, Writer, Comedian, Impressioninst and Singer Gary Wilmot.
Favourite showstopping numbers from the very best of musical theatre, performed
live, and accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra in front of an enthusiastic
audience. Gary is joined by Elaine Paige, Nigel Planer, Sarah Lancashire,
saxophonist Courtney Pine and resident singers Maurice Clarke, Ria Jones, Sarah
Payne and Paul J Medford.
1994 EXCELLENT QUALITY!!
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COPACABANA: THE INSIDE STORY (1994)
The inside story of the making of the London stage show 'Copacabana' which
features lavish costumes and spectacular sets. Includes interviews with Barry
Manilow and a behind-the-senes look at the production. With Gary Wilmot, Anna
Nicholas
THE MAKING OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (1994)
Behind the scenes following the original London cast prepare for opening
night. Beast - Alasdair Harvey, Belle - Julie-Alanah Brighten, Gaston - Burke
Moses, Lefou - Richard Gauntlett, Maurice - Norman Rossington, Lumiere - Derek
Griffiths, Cogsworth - Barry James, Mrs Potts - Mary Millar.
BOTH ON SAME DISC
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MUSICAL COMEDY TONIGHT
1979 tv special. Hosted by songwriter Sylvia fine Kaye. Celebrating
Broadway's best. Starring Ethel merman, Carol Burnett, Bernadette peters,
Richard Chamberlain, Sandy Duncan, Bobby Van, Rock Hudson & John Davidson.
Filmed in front of a live theatre audience with original set designs,
orchestrations and choreography.
1979 86 MINS APPROX
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MUSICAL COMEDY TONIGHT II
2/11/81 ~ PBS-TV
Irene Dunn, Nancy Dussault, Sergio Franchi, Bonnie Franklin, Alan Jones,
Danny Kaye, Jack Lemmon, Joshua Logan, Helen Morgan, Juliet Prowse, Lynn
Redgrave, Paul Robeson, Larry Storch. Written and hosted by Sylvia Fine. A
tribute to American musical theater, featuring scenes from "South Pacific,"
"Sweet Charity," "Finian's Rainbow," and "Lady in the Dark." There is also
discussion of the various creative aspects of the plays. This was a sequel of
sorts to 1979's Musical Comedy Tonight. (Also included on the disc: From Raquel
With Love.) QUALITY A-
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MUSICAL COMEDY TONIGHT III: THE SPARK AND THE GLUE
TV special with: Christine Andreas, Clive Revill, Peter Noone, Florence
Henderson, Beth Howland, Gregg Burge, Donna McKechnie, Dick van Dyke, Elaine
Stritch, Patti Labelle, Roberta Peters, Kaye Ballard
1985 90 MINS
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BEVERLY SILLS: MADE IN AMERICA
PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES 1 HOUR 23 MINS
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JEROME ROBBINS: SOMETHING TO DANCE ABOUT
"No other creative figure of the latter twentieth century
was as contradictory as Jerome Robbins, and few were as controversial. He was a
master of the Broadway musical, transforming its possibilities with such works
as West Side Story, Gypsy, and Peter Pan, and was one of the greatest ballet
choreographers this country has ever produced. This first and only documentary
on Robbins features excerpts from his personal journals, archival performance
footage, and never-before-seen rehearsal recordings, as well as interviews with
Robbins himself and over forty witnesses among them Mikhail Baryshnikov; Jacques
d'Amboise; Suzanne Farrell; Arthur Laurents; Peter Martins; Rita Moreno; Austin
Pendleton; Frank Rich; Chita Rivera; Stephen Sondheim; and Robbins Fiddler
collaborators Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick, and Joseph Stein. 'Robbins'
remarkable body of work forever redefined dance and musical theater for a
contemporary audience', says Susan Lacy, Creator and Executive Producer of
WNET's AMERICAN MASTERS, a six-time winner of the Emmy Award for Outstanding
Primetime Non-Fiction Series. 'The revival of West Side Story on Broadway this
winter just validates his lasting importance, his lasting impression. We are
thrilled to air this film in tribute to Robbins' genius, celebrating the 90th
anniversary of his birth.' Jerome Robbins: Something to Dance About was directed
and produced by six-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Judy Kinberg and written
by best-selling Robbins biographer Amanda Vaill. This film is narrated by Ron
Rifkin (Brothers & Sisters), who performed the roles of both Robbins and his
father in a workshop production of the director/choreographer s theatrical
autobiography, The Poppa Piece."
2/18/09 ~ PBS-TV HIGH QUALITY DIGITAL
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