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Star and Garter was a 1942 Broadway revue produced by Mike Todd that blended traditional vaudeville, burlesque, and musical comedy. The production starred comedian Bobby Clark alongside renowned burlesque performers Gypsy Rose Lee and Georgia Sothern. Known for its fast-paced and risqué humor, the show was a significant commercial success during the World War II era, playing at the Music Box Theatre in New York City.
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What was Star and Garter?
Star and Garter was a Broadway revue that opened in 1942. It mixed vaudeville, burlesque, and musical comedy in a fast-paced format.
Who starred in Star and Garter?
The production starred comedian Bobby Clark. Burlesque performers Gypsy Rose Lee and Georgia Sothern were also part of its featured cast.
Who produced Star and Garter?
Mike Todd produced the 1942 Broadway revue. The show used a mixture of comedy, music, and burlesque performance rather than a single continuous story.
How was Star and Garter different from a conventional Broadway musical?
It was a revue built from separate comic, musical, and variety-style numbers. Its vaudeville and burlesque influences made the pace and structure different from a book musical.
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