Uploader's note: Sourced from VHS cassette tape. Program content ©1982 Oak Media Development Corp. Thrill to the impassioned sound of the city as heard through Ellington’s ears! PHYLLIS HYMAN Special Guest PAULA KELLY.
The whirlwind dancing is tremendous the sparkling sets are outrageous the music is…well…pure Ellington! So take the ‘A’ train to the brightest entertainment in town-Duke Ellington’s Sophisticated Ladies! It’s an unforgettable celebration of the genius of Duke Ellington, brought to vibrant life with incredible talents, award-winning costumes, and all the lights and colors of Broadway!Īnd the Grand Duke’s most cherished songs are all here, in full, vivid stereo: Here’s the eye-popping, foot-stomping, Tony award-winning musical extravaganza that will send you into jazz heaven! Memorable music and incredible dancing transport you into the Grand Duke’s world! “IT’S A BLOCKBUSTER! Duke Ellington let a song go out of his heart and into ours. Starring: Hinton Battle, Phyllis Hyman, Paula Kelly
