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Edward Seckerson introduces two Rodgers and Hart musicals, recorded in concert earlier this year at the Brighton Dome.
Julia McKenzie tells the stories, with new concert narrations by David Benedict.

"Pal Joey"
A caddish anti-hero juggles the affections of naive chorus girl and wealthy society dame. Show stoppers include "I Could Write a Book" and "Bewitched".

"On Your Toes"
Gangsters, vaudeville and the Russian Ballet come together in this riotous, romantic romp, which culminates in the orchestral tour de force "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue".

Maida Vale Singers, BBC Concert Orchestra, conductor Robert Ziegler

Performance on 3
7.30pm R3
A double treat for Rodgers and Hart fans, in a performance of both "Pal Joey" and "On Your Toes". In star-studded cast, Tim Flavin is worth listening out for: playing the thoroughly rotten cad Joey Evans, he's following in the footsteps of both Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra. But his performance in the role was hot enough to win him an Olivier award. (Jane Anderson)

Contributors

Presenter:
Edward Seckerson
Narrator:
Julia McKenzie
Concert Narrations:
David Benedict
Conductor:
Robert Ziegler
Singers:
Maida Vale Singers
Musicians:
BBC Concert Orchestra
Joey Evans:
Tim Flavin
Gladys Bumps:
Bonnie Langford
Linda English:
Sophie Louise Dann
Vera Simpson/Melba Snyder:
Kim Criswell
Ludlow Lowell:
Mark Meadows
Junior:
Tim Flavin
Frankie Frayne:
Sophie Louise Dann
Peggy Porterfield:
Kim Criswell
Sergei Alexandrovitch:
Mark Meadows

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