Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul

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It runs a compact 1h 0m.

Synopsis

Musical Special featuring Shirley MacLaine in her tribute to chorus dancers, colloquially known as "gypsies." Produced by Cy Coleman and Fred 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 program 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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Key crew

• Tony CharmoliDirector
• Fred EbbWriter
• Cy ColemanOriginal Music Composer

Cast

• Shirley MacLaineSelf
• Lucille BallSelf
• Gary FlanneryDancer
• Trudy CarsonDancer