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The CBS Festival of Lively Arts for Young People: Danny Kaye's Look-In at the Metropolitan Opera (1975)
One class field trip which left a lasting impression.
I was fortunate to experience this glorious production with my 6th grade class. I was astounded to see how magnificent an opera could be. The idea of this show was to introduce children to the splendor and beauty of The Metropolitan Opera. I remember seeing the grace and magic of Beverly Sills who was the grand dam of the Met. Combine this with the genteel warmth of host Danny Kaye, and you have the makings of what dreams are. The powerful image of the sets, the wall of music from the chorus, and the intricate costuming will forever imprint an ethereal vision within my memory. This show influenced my love for the performing arts and has directed me toward a career in theater. Thirty years have passed and I have not seen a quality program for children as well produced as this since.
ABC Afterschool Specials: The Amazing Cosmic Awareness of Duffy Moon (1976)
A great after school special!
This program must have made a real impression on me as a child. I still remember the phrase,"you can do it Duffy Moon!" after all these years. I find myself saying it over and over again especially with my kids. Although I can't recall every detail, I do remember that the plot was about confidence. It ran as an after school special that I watched with my Dad. He was staying at home while he was recovering from multiple injuries from his police squad car crash. I felt a bonding moment that had been frozen in time. The program itself was very cute and very seventies. It starred Lance Kerwin but then again, practically every show back then had him in their cast. I think the message of the show could work for today's young viewers and perhaps a remake could be in order!