Tony Charmoli

Directing

Tony Charmoli

Born June 11, 1921

Died August 10, 2020 · aged 99

Tony Charmoli (June 11, 1921 – August 7, 2020) was an American dancer, choreographer, and director. He began dancing on Broadway in such shows as Make Mine Manhattan but soon began choreographing for television with Stop the Music in 1949. Charmoli then choreographed dance sequences for the popular Your Hit Parade, winning his first Emmy Award in 1955. He went on to direct and choreograph for some…

Known For

Mitzi & 100 GuysMitzi & 100 Guys · 1975
Mitzi & 100 Guys
2.01975
MovieMusicComedy
Mitzi Gaynor in a song and dance hour with an all-male, star-studded ensemble featuring her main guests Michael Landon (Little House on the Prairie) and Jack Albertson (Chico and the Man), plus 28 celebrities as her "Million Dollar Chorus." Songs performed include: "I Got the Music in Me," "The Most Beautiful Guy in the World," and "You Are the Sunshine of My Life."
John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas TogetherJohn Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together · 1979
John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together
7.11979
MovieFamilyMusic
In this beloved holiday classic, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the Muppets join the singer for a heart-warming Christmas celebration, with traditional carols as well as lesser-known holiday songs.
Doris Day TodayDoris Day Today · 1975
Doris Day Today
6.51975
MovieComedyMusic
America's sweetheart Doris Day offers songs and sketches with some of her famous friends in this smash hit television special from 1975. John Denver and Day sing a few entertaining duets, and funnyman Tim Conway joins in on a couple of skits. Then, Rich Little impersonates some of Day's legendary co-stars, including Cary Grant, Jimmy Stewart and Jack Lemmon. Songs include selections from Love Me or Leave Me, Teacher's Pet, Calamity Jane and more.
The NutcrackerThe Nutcracker · 1977
The Nutcracker
8.61977
MovieMusicFantasy
The Nutcracker is Mikhail Baryshnikov's breathtaking and critically acclaimed Emmy-nominated production. This spectacular performance is danced by the magnificent team of Baryshnikov, one of the greatest classical dancers of the century, and Gelsey Kirkland, both showcased at the peak of their careers, with members of the American Ballet Theatre.
Alice in WonderlandAlice in Wonderland · 1955
Alice in Wonderland
5.21955
MovieAdventureFamily
A young girl named Alice goes through a looking glass and finds herself in Wonderland, a fantasy land of strange characters and ideas.
Lily: Sold OutLily: Sold Out · 1981
Lily: Sold Out
6.51981
MovieComedyTV Movie
After taking her successful Broadway show to Las Vegas, Lily Tomlin is faced with a tough decision: soften her act for mass appeal, or keep her material the way she originally intended?
Julie Andrews' Invitation to the Dance with Rudolf NureyevJulie Andrews' Invitation to the Dance with Rudolf Nureyev · 1980
Julie Andrews' Invitation to the Dance with Rudolf Nureyev
1980
Movie
In this program, Julie Andrews and Rudolf Nureyev explain what dancing is and introduce different styles of dance to their young audience.
Around the World with Nellie BlyAround the World with Nellie Bly · 1960
Around the World with Nellie Bly
10.01960
MovieAdventureMusic
Made-for-TV musical inspired by the real-life travels of a celebrated 1800s female newspaper columnist.

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Leapin' Lizards, It's Liberace!Leapin' Lizards, It's Liberace! · 1978
Leapin' Lizards, It's Liberace!
1978
MovieMusicComedy
Television played a key role in the legendary Liberace career making him a household word to millions and the medium's first matinee idol. "Leapin' Lizards, It's Liberace!" video taped in 1978 was his first major television special from Las Vegas. "Leapin' Lizards, It's Liberace!" gives us a spoofed view of a typical day in the life of Mr.Showmanship, before he was off to "work" at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel in his mirrored Rolls Royce. There is a view of the magnificent Liberace Las Vegas Villa, from bedroom to piano motif swimming pool. After arriving at the Hilton showroom, guest star Debbie Reynolds, Liberace's favorite movie star and performer, joins him on stage for a salute to the Broadway musical, "Annie," complete with Sandy the Dog.

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