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Merely Marvelous - The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon

A celebration of the life and artistry of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon, who overcame many obstacles, including rickets and the Hollywood system, to rise to the top of her profession.

Merely Marvelous is a celebration of the life and artistry of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon. She overcame many obstacles, including rickets, the Hollywood system, a loveless first marriage and a difficult second marriage to choreographer/director Bob Fosse, to become a multi-Tony Award-winning performer.

Gwen's life is told through interviews with family members and theatre associates as well as a mine of rare footage from her Broadway and Hollywood careers. Merely Marvelous is the story of a brave woman who rose to the very top of her profession.

1 hour, 16 minutes

Last on

Sat 3 Aug 2019 22:30
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Music Played

Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes

  • 00:14

    Nacio Herb Brown

    Singin' in the Rain

    Singer: Gene Kelly.
  • 00:24

    Gwen Verdon

    Whatever Lola Wants

Credits

Writer Chris Johnson
Writer Ken Bloom
Producer Chris Johnson
Producer Ken Bloom
Director Chris Johnson
Director Ken Bloom

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