Starfest: The Stars Salute Public Television 1983
Filmed in 1983 at Las Vegas's Tropicana Hotel and hosted by Diahann Carroll and Richard Kiley, this variety special features a star-studded cast. Performers include Kiley, who sings his show-stopping rendition of "The Impossible Dream," and Tony Award winner Patti LuPone, who belts out "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina." Steve Allen, Jayne Meadows, Roberta Peters, impressionist Rich Little and mime duo Shields & Yarnell also make appearances.
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Plot Summary
This special event was a star-studded celebration to raise funds and awareness for Public Television. Featuring a wide array of celebrities from film, television, and music, the program showcased performances and appearances dedicated to the value and impact of public broadcasting. It highlighted various public television programs and the importance of viewer support for these vital cultural resources.
Critical Reception
As a fundraising special, critical reception was generally positive, focusing on the impressive lineup of talent and the worthy cause. Reviewers noted the sincerity of the celebrity participants and the entertaining, albeit eclectic, mix of performances. The event was seen as a successful demonstration of public support for public television.
What Reviewers Say
- A star-studded event showcasing beloved public television programs.
- Celebrities express genuine support for the mission of public broadcasting.
- An entertaining and effective appeal for viewer donations.
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Fun Fact
The 'Starfest' special was part of a broader effort by public television stations to solicit donations during a period of proposed budget cuts to public broadcasting funding in the United States.
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