George Abbott
Roy Plomley's castaway is playwright George Abbott.
George Abbott, who is 97 years old, has just directed a revival of his musical On Your Toes. He began his career as an actor, but before long he was also writing plays and staging them. In conversation with Roy Plomley, he talks about his remarkable career and some of his hit shows, including Call Me Madam, The Pajama Game and Damn Yankees.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Falling In Love With Love by Ellen Hanley & Orchestra
Book: Encyclopaedia
Luxury: Writing paper
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Ellen Hanley & Orchestra
Falling In Love With Love
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Michael Vita
Quiet Night
- On Your Toes.
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Frank Sinatra
Begin The Beguine
- The Frank Sinatra Story.
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Lara Teeter
There's A Small Hotel
Artist: Christine andreas
- On Your Toes.
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You're Just In Love (from Call Me Madam)
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John Riatt & Orchestra
Hey There
- The Pajama Game.
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Ella Fitzgerald & Orchestra
Let's Do It (Let's Fall in Love)
- Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Cole Porter Songbook.
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Russ Brown & Jimmie Komack
You've Gotta Have Heart
- Damn Yankees.
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Book Choice
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Encyclopaedia
Luxury Choice
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Writing paper
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | George Abbott |
Broadcasts
- Sat 1 Sep 1984 18:25Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Fri 7 Sep 1984 09:05Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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