Overview
Musical Special featuring Shirley MacLaine in her tribute to chorus dancers, colloquially known as "gypsies." Produced by Cy Coleman and Fred Ebb, the special uses a self-referential show business plot in which the star rehearses for her television special about the life of a dancer. MacLaine performed a wide range of songs including "Lucy's Back in Town," during which Lucille Ball made a "surprise" appearance. The program won Outstanding Special: Comedy-Variety or Music at that year's Emmys as well as awards for writing (Ebb), music composition (Coleman), and choreography (Tony Charmoli).
Production
MacLaine Enterprises Inc.
Cast & Characters
Shirley MacLaine
Self
Lucille Ball
Self
Gary Flannery
Dancer
Trudy Carson
Dancer
Directors & Crew
Cy Coleman
Producer
Tony Charmoli
Director
Fred Ebb
Writer
Fred Ebb
Producer
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