Cilla at the Savoy
“Cilla Black sings at the Savoy Hotel in a televised performance in 1966”
Synopsis
In April 1966, Cilla opened in a 3-week cabaret season at London’s Savoy Hotel. On her final Sunday, she starred in her own television special produced by her manager Brian Epstein’s film company, Subafilms. It was the first colour television show of its kind to be made by an independent producer in Britain. The show was broadcast in the UK in black & white but aired in colour in The Netherlands and the USA. ‘Cilla at the Savoy’ was one of the most watched television specials of the 1960s.
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Cilla Black- Alfie -live in the London Savoy
Type: Clip • Published 2015-08-12
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Robins
- Original Title
- Cilla at the Savoy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Subafilms
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Robins
Brian Epstein
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Epstein
Producer
John Robins
Director
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Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Cilla at the Savoy about?
In April 1966, Cilla opened in a 3-week cabaret season at London’s Savoy Hotel. On her final Sunday, she starred in her own television special produced by her manager Brian Epstein’s film company, Subafilms. It was the first colour television show of its kind to be made by an independent producer in Britain. The show was broadcast in the UK in black & white but aired in colour in The Netherlands and the USA. ‘Cilla at the Savoy’ was one of the most watched television specials of the 1960s.
Who directed Cilla at the Savoy?
Cilla at the Savoy was directed by John Robins.
Who stars in Cilla at the Savoy?
The principal cast of Cilla at the Savoy includes Cilla Black, Peter Gordeno.
When was Cilla at the Savoy released and how long is it?
Cilla at the Savoy was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 45m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Cilla at the Savoy?
Cilla at the Savoy holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).