Ed Sullivan Show: Unforgettable Christmas Performances (DVD)

Ed Sullivan Show: A Classic Christmas: This video is a Christmas collection of performances from various episodes of the Ed Sullivan Show. Ed Sullivan, the former radio announcer, had a popular variety show during television's early days. Known for his deadpan expression and wooden demeanor, Sullivan nonetheless was a gracious television host with a knack for choosing talent. Included in this production is Bing Crosby, singing &"White Christmas," and Johnny Mathis, performing &"Sleigh Ride." Jim Henson's reindeer Muppets do a snow dance and Topo Gigio the Mouse tells the audience what he wants for Christmas. 

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There are 20 selections to get the viewer in the holiday mood.

1. Johnny Mathis - Sleigh Ride
2. The Muppets 
3. The Supremes - My Favorite Things
4. Rich Little - A Christmas Carol 
5. Bill Dana - Jingle Bells Montage
6. Bing Crosby - White Christmas
7. David Seville & The Chipmunks - The Chipmunk Song
8. Alan King 
9. Oberukirchen Children's Choir - Kleine Glocken 
10. Señor Wences
11. Connie Francis - I'll Be Home for Christmas
12. David Frye 
13. Mahalia Jackson - Sweet Little Jesus Boy
14. The Cowsills - Little Drummer Boy 
15. Brook Benton - This Time of Year
16. Arthur Godfrey & The Muppets
17. George Carlin
18. Roger Williams - Santa Claus Is Coming to Town 
19. Joan Rivers
20. Topo Gigio

Featured stars: Bing Crosby, Connie Francis, Johnny Mathis, Diana Ross, The Supremes, Count Basie and more.

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48 min.
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