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This special chronicles the life and career of one of the American
musical theater's iconic figures: Jerry Herman, the composer and
lyricist of the smash hit shows Hello, Dolly! ,
Mame and La Cage aux Folles .
Tuesday, January 1, 2008, 9:30-11:00 p.m.
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This special chronicles the life and career of one of the American
musical theater's iconic figures: the composer and lyricist of the
smash hit shows Hello, Dolly!, Mame and La
Cage aux Folles. Jerry Herman and an all star cast (including
Angela Lansbury, Carol Channing and Michael Feinstein, among
others) chart his rise from witty, topical off-Broadway revues in
the 1950s to his first Broadway triumphs in the 1960s - Milk
and Honey , followed by the record-breaking Dolly and
then Mame - through the 1970s (Dear World,
Mack & Mabel, The Grand Tour) to his 1983
hit, La Cage aux Folles, which made social and
political history. The program features never-before-seen stills
and archival footage from the original shows - and a great Jerry
Herman score.
"Delicious array of vintage clips,
stellar interviewees and treasure songs make this a treat
musical-theater fans will enjoy in various formats for years to
come."
- Dennis Harvey, Daily Variety
