Follies in concert

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Title:

Follies in concert

Author:

Houldey, Michael, director.

Edition:

[DVD version].

Publication Information:

Chatsworth, CA : Image Entertainment, [2001]

Physical Description:

1 videodisc (90 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.

Summary:

This documentary follows the preparations for a concert performance of composer-lyricist Stephen Sondheim's 1971 musical "Follies". Ranging from the rehearsal rooms to backstage and including interviews with the composer and cast, it concludes with musical excerpts from the concert.

General Note:

Originally broadcast March 14th, 1986 in the PBS Great Performances series.

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Language:

English

Contents:

Musical selections: Beautiful girls -- Listen to the rain on the roof -- Ah, Paris! -- Broadway baby -- In Buddy's eyes -- Who's that woman -- I'm still here -- Too many mornings -- One more kiss -- Could I leave you -- You're gonna love tomorrow/Love will see us through -- Buddy's blues -- Losing my mind -- Story of Lucy and Jessie -- Live, laugh, and love -- Finale.

Personal Subject:

Sondheim, Stephen. Follies.

Subject Term:

Musicals -- History and criticism.

Musicals -- Excerpts.

Genre:

Documentary television programs.