From a rare television network archive comes a unique compilation of Broadway showstoppers performed by original cast members. Seen only once in their original telecasts (1967-1986), these award-winning selections feature the biggest musicals and most celebrated stars in performances previously lost to history. Compiled with new introductions by hosts Angela Lansbury, Joel Grey, Tommy Tune, Jerry Orbach and Chita Rivera, this PBS pledge special has nationwide exposure and a ready-made audience.



Performances: Vivian Blaine, "Adelaide's Lament," Guys and Dolls; Patti LuPone, "A New Argentina," Evita; Angela Lansbury, "Worst Pies in London," Sweeney Todd; Carol Channing, "Before the Parade Passes By," Hello, Dolly!; Julie Andrews, "Send in the Clowns," A Little Night Music; Zero Mostel, "If I Were a Rich Man," Fiddler on the Roof; Yul Brynner, "Shall We Dance," The King and I; John Raitt, "Hey There," The Pajama Game; Robert Preston, "Trouble," The Music Man; Paul Lynde, "Kids," Bye Bye Birdie; Joel Grey, "Willkommen," Cabaret; Tommy Tune, Twiggy, "Chasin' the Clouds Away," My One and Only; Gwen Verdon, Chita Rivera, "All That Jazz," "Nowadays," Chicago; Jerry Orbach, "Lullaby of Broadway," 42nd Street; Andrea McArdle, cast, "Tomorrow," Annie; Cast, "You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile," Annie; Betty Buckley and cast, "Jellicle Songs," "Memory," Cats



Includes five additional performances not shown in the PBS telecast: Ann Miller, Mickey Rooney, "McHugh Medley," Sugar Babies; Patti LuPone, "Buenos Aires," Evita; Barbara Harris, "Movie Star Gorgeous," The Apple Tree; Bonnie Franklin, "Applause," Applause; Dorothy Loudon and cast, "Easy Street," "Tomorrow" (reprise), Annie