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Barbra Streisand - The Television Specials
Modern audiences may have forgotten what a truly remarkable artist Barbra Streisand was when she burst forth on Broadway and television in the 1960s. Her TV specials from the sixties and early-seventies (1965-1973) represent some of the greatest achievements in the history of the medium. One of the reasons - Streisand had full creative control over the shows, very unusual for an up-and-coming performer.

This opulent 5-disc collection includes:
My Name Is Barbra - her first television special, featuring a medley of her hit songs, such as "People," "Happy Days Are Here Again" and "My Man" in a sublime, visually stunning cinematic concert format.

Color Me Barbra - the second special, like the first, showcases Barbra solo, front and center but in a more relaxed, playful mood. This was her first choreographed by the legendary Joe Layton who went on to stage Barbra's next TV outings.

The Belle of 14th Street - while some of these specials were released on video in the 1980s, this one remained unseen since the first broadcast. Belle contains performances by Jason Robards and vaudeville's John Bubbles.

A Happening in Central Park - the famous live concert that spawned a hit album with "Cry Me a River," "Second Hand Rose," "People," "Happy Days Are Here Again," and others.

Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments - after a 5 year lull, Barbra returned to TV with this spectacular one-hour program with some wonderful duet and solo numbers with Ray Charles. Again, this is a first time release, unseen since 1973.

Also included are Streisand's original 1987 video introductions for My Name Is Barbra, Color Me Barbra, and A Happening in Central Park and a booklet with detailed liner notes, photos, and song lists (art directed by the Diva herself, of course).

Here are some sample video streams to whet your appetite:
"I'm Five" (from My Name Is Barbra) - (Real player)

"I'm Five" (from My Name Is Barbra) - (Quicktime)

"I Stayed Too Long At The Fair/Look At That Face" (from Color Me Barbra) - (Real player)

"I Stayed Too Long At The Fair/Look At That Face" (from Color Me Barbra) - (Quicktime)

"Mother Macree" (from The Belle Of 14th Street) - (Real player)

"Mother Macree" (from The Belle Of 14th Street) - (Quicktime)

The only special missing from this era was the live concert Streisand did on CBS in 1974 for the opening of Funny Lady which the star considers one of her low points - but why quibble? This package is the bomb if you're a Streisand fan or just a fan of musical variety television at its finest. It doesn't get any better than this!

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DVD Features: Available Audio Tracks: English (Dolby Digital 5.1), English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo), English (Dolby Digital 1.0)

Programs: My Name Is Barbra (1965), Color Me Barbra (1966), The Belle of 14th Street (1967), A Happening in Central Park (1967), Barbra Streisand... and Other Musical Instruments (1973) Includes Barbra Streisand's original 1987 video introductions for My Name Is Barbra, Color Me Barbra, and A Happening in Central Park

Product Description The five spectacular DVDs contained in this boxed set speak volumes about vision and integrity, fearless instinct, and a passion for discovery. If you think you remember these specials from watching them when they first aired, you'll be astonished how time has only enhanced their vitality. The five DVDs are: My Name is Barbra, Color Me Barbra, and Belle of 14th Street, Barbra Streisand: Happening in Central Park, and Barbra Streisand...And Other Musical Instruments.

Run Time: 278 minutes

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