Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul (1976)
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).
Director: Tony Charmoli
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Shirley MacLaine as Self |
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Lucille Ball as Self |
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Gary Flannery as Dancer |
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Trudy Carson as Dancer |
| Directing | Tony Charmoli | Director |
| Crew | Tony Charmoli | Choreographer |
| Production | Fred Ebb | Producer |
| Production | Cy Coleman | Producer |
| Writing | Fred Ebb | Writer |
| Sound | Cy Coleman | Original Music Composer |