Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues: Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues 1940-1962 / Various

Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues: Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues 1940-1962 / Various - COMPACT DISCS

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Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues 1940-1962 / Various

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Lost West End Revues: London's Forgotten Revues

Label:

Stage Door Import

Product Type:

COMPACT DISCS

UPC:

5055122190585

Genre:

Musical Soundtrack

Release Date:

2018-12-07

Number of Discs:

2

Additional Details:

UNITED KINGDOM - IMPORT

Following the critically acclaimed release of 'Lost West End Vintage' (highlighted in The Sunday Times as an 'Essential New Release') and 'Lost West End Vintage 2', Stage Door are pleased to continue the 'Lost West End' album series with 'Lost West End Revues celebrates London's forgotten revue shows of the 1940s, 50s and 60s, compiling songs from 35 West End productions and showcasing these unique musical works from the golden age of British theatrical entertainment. Ranging from 1940 to 1962, the selections featured include a broad range of musical styles and genres, from witty numbers satirising topical issues of the era to dramatic ballads and entertaining comedy numbers, all showcasing the art of revue. Prolific musical theatre composers featured on the album include Noel Coward, Vivian Ellis, Sandy Wilson, Lionel Bart, Leslie Bricusse, Charles Zwar, Alan Melville and more. Presented as a Deluxe Edition 2CD set; 'Lost West End Revues' features over 50 tracks (including over 20 tracks appearing on CD for the first time) from London cast recordings to pop covers and live recordings. The album includes recordings by a glittering ensemble of star performers including Maggie Smith, Kenneth Williams, Hermione Gingold, Noel Coward, Beatrice Lillie, Joyce Grenfell, Anthony Newley, Gillian Lynne, Fenella Fielding, Sheila Hancock, Millicent Martin, Bud Flanagan, Dora Bryan, Cyril Ritchard, Bernard Cribbins and more.

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