Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul

Jan 20, 1976

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Shirley MacLaine offers a tribute to chorus dancers.

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).

Genres

Music

Comedy

TV Movie

Production Companies

CBS Studios

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Cast

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Shirley MacLaine

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Lucille Ball

Dancer

Gary Flannery

Dancer

Trudy Carson

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Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul

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