This was the first "Hallmark Hall of Fame" program ever broadcast on videotape, and in color. It was never broadcast live.
A very early example of long form, color, video tape (Ampex) recording.
The original Broadway production of "Kiss Me Kate" opened at the New Century Theater on December 30, 1948, ran for 1077 performances and won the 1954 Tony Awards for the Best Musical, Book and Score. Alfred Drake and Patricia Morison recreated their stage roles in this television production.