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Gypsy in My Soul (1976)

G · 1976-01-20 · 1h 0m · EN
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Shirley MacLaine offer a tribute to her back up dancers.

Musical Special featuring Shirley MacLaine in her tribute to the chorus dancers - known as "gypsies". Produced by Cy Coleman and Fredd 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 programme 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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Fred EbbWriterTony CharmoliDirector

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Shirley MacLaineShirley MacLaineSelfLucille BallLucille BallSelf

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Musical special

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Genre affinityComedy · MusicTheme affinityMusical SpecialDialogue densityComedyPacingShortDirector preference921670Actor preference21547 · 251773

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What is Gypsy in My Soul about?

Musical Special featuring Shirley MacLaine in her tribute to the chorus dancers - known as "gypsies". Produced by Cy Coleman and Fredd 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 programme 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).

How long is Gypsy in My Soul?

Gypsy in My Soul has a runtime of 60 minutes.