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."
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.
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.
Scotty and the Secret History of HollywoodScotty and the Secret History of Hollywood · 2018
Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood
5.92018
MovieDocumentary
A deliciously scandalous portrait of unsung Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, whose bestselling memoir chronicled his decades spent as sexual procurer to the stars.
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.
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.
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?
From Raquel with LoveFrom Raquel with Love · 1980
From Raquel with Love
9.01980
MovieMusic
Musical Special designed to showcase the minimal talents of Raquel Welch. Highlights include: a scene featuring Welch and Mickey Rooney, portraying a cab driver with seemingly magical abilities; a scene featuring Welch in a subway station performing a medley and dance sequence; a scene wherein Welch attempts to sing “Money Makes the World Go Round”; Raquel performing a version of “We Are Family” in a martial arts training class; Rooney and Welch performing “Heaven on Earth”; Welch performing “Don’t Rain on My Parade” while escaping from a straitjacket; Welch performing “A Quiet Thing”; and Welch and Rooney performing “They Can’t Take That Away from Me.”

Movies

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."
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.
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.
Scotty and the Secret History of HollywoodScotty and the Secret History of Hollywood · 2018
Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood
5.92018
MovieDocumentary
A deliciously scandalous portrait of unsung Hollywood legend Scotty Bowers, whose bestselling memoir chronicled his decades spent as sexual procurer to the stars.
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.
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.
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?
From Raquel with LoveFrom Raquel with Love · 1980
From Raquel with Love
9.01980
MovieMusic
Musical Special designed to showcase the minimal talents of Raquel Welch. Highlights include: a scene featuring Welch and Mickey Rooney, portraying a cab driver with seemingly magical abilities; a scene featuring Welch in a subway station performing a medley and dance sequence; a scene wherein Welch attempts to sing “Money Makes the World Go Round”; Raquel performing a version of “We Are Family” in a martial arts training class; Rooney and Welch performing “Heaven on Earth”; Welch performing “Don’t Rain on My Parade” while escaping from a straitjacket; Welch performing “A Quiet Thing”; and Welch and Rooney performing “They Can’t Take That Away from Me.”
FeathertopFeathertop · 1961
Feathertop
9.01961
MovieFantasyMusic
When Madame Eau Charme, a social-climbing witch, fails to receive an invitation to the Governor's Ball, the most prestigious event of the season, she becomes angered and plots a dreadful revenge against the Governor. She brings a scarecrow (named Feathertop) to life and sets him on a quest to break the heart of Julie Balfour, the Governor's beloved daughter.
Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My SoulShirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul · 1976
Shirley MacLaine: Gypsy in My Soul
1976
MovieMusicComedy
Musical Special featuring Shirley MacLaine in her tribute to chorus dancers, colloquially known as "gypsies." Produced by Cy Coleman and Fred Ebb, the special uses a self-referential show business plot in which the star rehearses for her television special about the life of a dancer. MacLaine performed a wide range of songs including "Lucy's Back in Town," during which Lucille Ball made a "surprise" appearance. The program won Outstanding Special: Comedy-Variety or Music at that year's Emmys as well as awards for writing (Ebb), music composition (Coleman), and choreography (Tony Charmoli).
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.
Liberace: A Valentine SpecialLiberace: A Valentine Special · 1979
Liberace: A Valentine Special
1979
MovieMusicComedy
Join Liberace in his hot air balloon as he touches down at the Hilton Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada and jumps on stage for a Valentine's Day concert like no other! There's also a tour of the Liberace Museum, his private home and the Queen Mary where Sandy Duncan and Lola Falana join him in song, dance and laughter.
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.
Mitzi... Zings Into SpringMitzi... Zings Into Spring · 1977
Mitzi... Zings Into Spring
1977
MovieMusicComedy
In this musical salute to Spring, Mitzi Gaynor is joined by country music star Roy Clark (Hee Haw), actor Wayne Rogers (MASH) and the US Olympic Gymnastics Team for a colorful tribute in song, dance and comedy sketches to the earth's season of renewal. Songs include "You Make Me Feel Like Dancing," "Isn't it Romantic," and "Yankee Doodle Dandy."
The John Davidson Christmas SpecialThe John Davidson Christmas Special · 1977
The John Davidson Christmas Special
6.01977
Movie
The host and his family travel back in time to an early 19th century Christmas in England.
Alice Through the Looking GlassAlice Through the Looking Glass · 1966
Alice Through the Looking Glass
6.21966
MovieMusicFantasy
Alice returns to Wonderland through the looking glass in this TV musical.
Fol-de-RolFol-de-Rol · 1972
Fol-de-Rol
1972
MovieFamilyTV Movie
A filmed version of Sid and Marty Krofft's 1968 live puppet show, set at a medieval fair. The special was a pilot for a weekly series.
John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas TogetherJohn Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together · 1979
John Denver and the Muppets: A Christmas Together
7.21979
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.
The Shirley MacLaine Special: Where Do We Go from Here?The Shirley MacLaine Special: Where Do We Go from Here? · 1977
The Shirley MacLaine Special: Where Do We Go from Here?
6.51977
MovieTV MovieFamily
A speculative look forward at the United States' next 200 years.
Musical Comedy Tonight IIMusical Comedy Tonight II · 1981
Musical Comedy Tonight II
7.01981
MovieMusic
A tribute to American musical theater, featuring scenes from "Show Boat", "South Pacific," "Sweet Charity," "Finian's Rainbow," and "Lady in the Dark", among others. There is also discussion of the various creative aspects of the plays.
Mitzi... A Tribute to the American HousewifeMitzi... A Tribute to the American Housewife · 1974
Mitzi... A Tribute to the American Housewife
6.01974
MovieMusicComedy
Mitzi Gaynor and guests Ted Knight (Mary Tyler Moore Show), Jerry Orbach (Chicago), Suzanne Pleshette (Bob Newhart Show) and Jane Withers in music, dance and comedy vignettes celebrating housewives. Songs include "Married," "I Can Cook, Too," and "You Are the Sunshine of My Life." The cast also attend a party performing "The Little Things We Do Together" from Stephen Sondheim's Company.
Mitzi Gaynor: Razzle Dazzle! The Special YearsMitzi Gaynor: Razzle Dazzle! The Special Years · 2008
Mitzi Gaynor: Razzle Dazzle! The Special Years
2008
MovieMusic
The ultimate collection of song and dance performances from Gaynor's classic network television specials - unseen for three decades - MITZI GAYNOR: RAZZLE DAZZLE! THE SPECIAL YEARS is a new documentary that celebrates a landmark career through new interviews with Mitzi and many others that worked with her. A reflective and entertaining glimpse into the television variety show at its zenith, taking viewers on a nostalgic trip through Gaynor's TV years.
Mitzi... What's Hot, What's NotMitzi... What's Hot, What's Not · 1978
Mitzi... What's Hot, What's Not
1978
MovieMusicComedy
Mitzi Gaynor and her guests Gavin MacLeod (The Love Boat), John McCook (The Young and the Restless), and musician Benny Goodman explore trends of the 1970's ranging from Jazz and Disco to Soap Operas and King Tut-mania. Songs include "Satin Doll," "I'm Hip" (with Goodman), "Nice Work if You Can Get it," and "Can't Smile Without You."
Mitzi... Roarin' in the 20sMitzi... Roarin' in the 20s · 1976
Mitzi... Roarin' in the 20s
1976
MovieMusicComedy
Mitzi Gaynor welcomes her guests Carl Reiner (Dick Van Dyke Show), Ken Berry (Mayberry R.F.D.) and Tony-winner Linda Hopkins to an hour, blending animation and live action, celebrating the era of flappers, speakeasies and great jazz. Songs include "Everything Old is New Again," "The One I Love (Belongs to Somebody Else)," "Runnin' Wild," and "The Charleston."

TV Shows

The Dinah Shore Chevy ShowThe Dinah Shore Chevy Show · 1956
The Dinah Shore Chevy Show
6.41956
Series
The Dinah Shore Chevy Show is an American variety series hosted by Dinah Shore, and broadcast on NBC from October 1956 to June 1963. The series was sponsored by the Chevrolet Motor Division of General Motors and its theme song, sung by Shore, was "See the U.S.A. in Your Chevrolet", which continued to be used in Chevrolet advertising for several more years after the cancellation of the show.
The Captain and TennilleThe Captain and Tennille · 1976
The Captain and Tennille
7.01976
Series
Hosted by the chart-topping husband and wife team, this 1976-1977 television variety series features a mix of hit music and comedy.
The Bell Telephone HourThe Bell Telephone Hour · 1959
The Bell Telephone Hour
8.01959
Series
“The Bell Telephone Hour” was a musical variety show that aired on “NBC” TV from 12 January 1959 to 14 June 1968 that showcased the best in Broadway, Classical, Concert, Jazz and Popular music each week. The series had its’ own house band appropriately named the “Bell Telephone Orchestra”. The show also had its’ own theme song being the “Bell Waltz” composed by “Donald Voorhees” who was also the show's Orchestra conductor. Some of the greatest violinists of the 1960’s performed on this show that aired in the old “Black & White” format. Some of these great violinists included “Erica Mornin”, “Isaac Stern", "Michael Rabin", "Ruggiero Ricci", "Yehudi Menuhin" and "Zino Francesacatti". From time to time some of the great singers and bandleaders of the 1960’s would perform on the show as well. Some of these were “Bing Crosby”, “Gordon MacRae”, “John Gary”, “Leslie Uggams”, “Mary Martin”, “Nelson Eddy”, “Patti Page” and “Roy Rogers”. The TV show followed on the heels of its’ predecessor with the same name on “NBC” radio that aired from 29 April 1940 to 1958 on Monday nights at 8 PM. The name of the show was derived from its’ Major sponsor “Bell Telephone Laboratories”. The TV version began airing on Friday nights at 8:30 PM once a month. It later was given it’s same time slot now airing every other week alternating with another show on the other weeks such as News shows and specials. The show time slot changed quite often over the years. In September 1960 it aired at 9 PM and in September 1961 it moved to 9:30 PM. In October 1963 it moved to Tuesday nights at 10 PM, September 1965 it moved to Sunday night at 6:30 PM and in September 1967 it made its' final move back to Friday night at 10 PM.
The BugaloosThe Bugaloos · 1970
The Bugaloos
6.41970
SeriesComedy
The Bugaloos was an American children's television series, produced by brothers Sidney Krofft and Martin Krofft, that aired on NBC on Saturday mornings from 1970 to 1972. The show featured a musical group composed of four British-accented teenagers, who lived in fictional Tranquility Forest. They wore insect-themed outfits with antennae and wings which allowed them to fly, though on occasion, they were shown flying on surfboards. They were constantly beset by the evil machinations of Benita Bizarre, played by comedienne Martha Raye. Bizarre, being untalented and ugly herself, was covetous of the Bugaloos' musical prowess.
The King Family ShowThe King Family Show · 1965
The King Family Show
8.01965
Series
The King Family Show was an American musical variety series that featured The King Sisters and their extended musical family. The series first aired on ABC from January 1966 to January 1967. The series was revived in 1969, airing from March to September 1969.