Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul
“Shirley MacLaine offers a tribute to chorus dancers.”
Synopsis
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).
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Charmoli
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred Ebb
- Original Score
- Cy Coleman
- Original Title
- Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- MacLaine Enterprises Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Charmoli
Fred Ebb
Cy Coleman
Cy Coleman, Fred Ebb
Department Leadership Roster
Cy Coleman
Producer
Fred Ebb
Producer
Tony Charmoli
Director
Fred Ebb
Writer
Cy Coleman
Original Music Composer
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul about?
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).
Who directed Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul?
Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul was directed by Tony Charmoli.
Who stars in Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul?
The principal cast of Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul includes Shirley MacLaine, Lucille Ball, Gary Flannery, Trudy Carson.
When was Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul released and how long is it?
Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul was composed by Cy Coleman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul?
Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).