Merely Marvelous - The Dancing Genius of Gwen Verdon

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Chris Johnson

Ken Bloom

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A celebration of the life and artistry of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon.

A celebration of the life and artistry of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon, who overcame many obstacles, including rickets and the Hollywood system, to rise to the top of her profession.

Merely Marvelous is a celebration of the life and artistry of Broadway's greatest dancing star, Gwen Verdon. She overcame many obstacles, including rickets, the Hollywood system, a loveless first marriage and a difficult second marriage to choreographer/director Bob Fosse, to become a multi-Tony Award-winning performer.

Gwen's life is told through interviews with family members and theatre associates as well as a mine of rare footage from her Broadway and Hollywood careers. Merely Marvelous is the story of a brave woman who rose to the very top of her profession.

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