Tag Archives: Carol Channing

Carol Channing Auction

A June 17 online auction will feature memorabilia, awards, and treasured belongings from the estate of Tony winner Carol Channing. Bidding on the one-of-a-kind pieces will begin at 10 a.m. PT. Proceeds from the sale will benefit her alma mater … Continue reading

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Today in Musical History: “Hello, Dolly!”

On Feb. 15, 1964, Louis Armstrong’s cover of the musical title song “Hello, Dolly!” debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, one month after the show premiered on Broadway, where Carol Channing had introduced the tune. Armstrong’s recording spent 22 weeks … Continue reading

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Best of 2012: Top 10 Musical Films

It wasn’t a banner year for musical films, but there were more than enough to compose a list of the top ten movies that told their stories through fully realized song and dance moments – both the non-diegetic (musicalized dialogue) … Continue reading

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Larger Than Life: Video Reviews

Last week, Entertainment One released the DVD of the recent feature documentary Carol Channing: Larger Than Life. Reviews have been mostly positive. The creative team includes Dori Berinstein (co-writer, director), Adam Zucker (co-writer). Those interviewed include Channing, husband Harry Kullijian, … Continue reading

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