Where Is It Written?
The Bergmans recall writing lyrics for their two musicals: the Broadway show Ballroom and Barbra Streisand's film Yentl. Presented by David Jacobs.
This series, first broadcast in the Spring of 2001, tells the story of the husband and wife song-writing team of Alan and Marilyn Bergman.
Featuring a specially recorded in-depth interview with the lyricists, 'Keep The Music Playing' includes contributions from Johnny Mathis, film director Norman Jewison, composer Marvin Hamlisch, Sir Tim Rice and the Bergmans' close friend and long-time associate Barbra Streisand.
The series examines what has kept the song-writing duo together - and at the top of their game - for over 50 years and includes the stories behind some of their greatest the hits.
In the 1970s, the Bergmans turned their sights to Broadway. This third programme revisits their stage musical 'Ballroom' which starred Gwen Verdon. The programme also examines how they convinced Barbra Streisand to make the movie 'Yentl' which featured Oscar-winning music by Michel Legrand and lyrics by the Bergmans.
Contributors include: composer of 'Ballroom' Billy Goldenberg, Barbra Streisand, composer Marvin Hamlisch, and Alan & Marilyn Bergman.
Featured songs include: 'Fifty Per Cent', 'A Piece of Sky' and 'Papa, Can You Hear Me?'
The series is written and produced by Malcolm Prince.
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- Sun 2 Oct 2011 20:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 2