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The Admiral Broadway Revue
The Admiral Broadway Revue is an American variety show that ran from January 28 to June 3, 1949. The show was broadcast live on Fridays, 8-9 pm Eastern Time. and was broadcast simultaneously on both NBC and the DuMont networks.
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Plot Summary
This ambitious but short-lived variety show featured a mix of comedy sketches, musical numbers, and guest stars. Milton Berle and Sid Caesar, two giants of early television comedy, anchored the program with their distinctive styles. The show aimed to bring the excitement and production values of Broadway to the television screen.
Critical Reception
While it featured some of the era's biggest comedic talents, 'The Admiral Broadway Revue' struggled to find its footing and was ultimately overshadowed by other programming. Critically, it was seen as an interesting experiment that didn't quite live up to its potential, despite moments of brilliance from its stars.
What Reviewers Say
An early attempt at a lavish variety show on television.
Showcased talented comedians but lacked consistent direction.
A precursor to more successful variety formats, but ultimately forgettable.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The show was a very early example of a live, hour-long variety program on network television, attempting to replicate the scale of a Broadway production.
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