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For One Night Only: Series 2: Judy and Liza at The Palladium

Judy and Liza at The Palladium

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Paul Gambaccini recalls the first joint stage concert by Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli.

Paul Gambaccini recalls the first joint stage concert by Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli in 1964 at the London Palladium. From 2005.

On 8th November 1964, the incomparable Judy Garland proudly introduced her 17-year-old daughter, Liza Minnelli, to more than 2,000 rapturous fans at a favourite venue.  Judy had already given 60 performances at the London Palladium. 

Mother and daughter had appeared on TV together before, but this was their first joint stage concert, and it was a sensation. 

Paul Gambaccini listens to the album and goes backstage at the Palladium to relive the night it was recorded with fans, musicians and crew. 

Producer: Marya Burgess

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2005.

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