Phyllis Diller Opens Lawton Philharmonic Season
Phyllis Diller wowed a near capacity crowd of 1,476 in McMahon Memorial Auditorium as she mixed piano numbers with standup and tackled Beethoven and Bach with her signature humor. Conductor Gene C. Smith led a performance that blended comedy with classical flair, aided by musical director Peter Daniels.
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Beethovens Piano Concerto Performance Gaffe Amuses Audience
The performer jokes about a moved piano during the first movement of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 1, telling the audience she is lost and quipping that someone moved the piano since rehearsal. The moment blends into her act and the crowd laughs at the lighthearted mishap.
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Phyllis Diller Delights with Bach at Local Performance
Phyllis Diller entertained a crowd with Bach pieces, hitting a note or two off but performing with style. Her 50 minute set showcased confident piano playing learned over 17 years, with guest appearances expanding her long career.
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Diller
Phyllis
Comedienne
Footlighters Elect Officers in Lawton Theater Group
Whit Ozier was elected president of The Footlights, Lawton’s volunteer community theatre group. Doris Anderson is secretary and Robbie Glasby treasurer, with several vice presidents handling recruiting, stage management, auditions, set-up, lights and sound, properties, costume, makeup, public relations, and social events. The article also covers Phyllis Diller’s guest appearance, musical numbers, orchestra performances, and reception in Lawton.
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Robbie Glasby
Pat Pitts
Harold Hunt
Jason Evans
Joe Lockhart
Bo Bowman
Mary Alice Prater
Cynthia Wilson
Gloria Holder
Bob Urban
Mary Lou Strickland
Up With People Arrives at Fort Sill Sheridan Theatre
A three show run is set for November 9 at Fort Sill's Sheridan Theatre with Up With People. Recreation Services sponsors the event featuring music and dance by young entertainers. The show is free but requires tickets. The 2 and 4 pm performances are restricted to active duty soldiers while the 7:30 pm show is open to active and retired personnel.
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Sheridan Theatre
Recreation Services
Wilder Returns to Drama With Fe dora in Paris
Los Angeles reports Billy Wilder shifts from nine comedies to direct Fe dora in Paris adapted from Thomas Tryon's Crowned Heads. Marthe Keller plays a Garbo like goddess who retires at peak fame with William Holden as an American producer. Tickets go on sale Oct 26 at local centers with a six ticket limit. Raymond Singer earns praise for stage and TV work. his only ver batim quote is a Broadway debut turkey reference.
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Paris
Thomas Tryon
Marthe Keller
William Holden
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