Gene Kelly
The NYPR Archive Collections | Jan 1, 2000
Current trends in musical comedy. He came to work in the theater and didn't initially give much thought to film. It was a big change for him between the two. The major difference is the loss of a dimension in film and connection with a live audience. He says there is no difference between film and TV except it's much smaller on television. The progression of dance in America. "America is the greatest dance country in the world." His teaching in Pittsburgh early on. Love of working with all artists. Future projects. Loves working with and for children. Pal Joey was a big break for him. It's always hard to find a dancer who can play a role. He says dancers are like prize fighters, usually working on their bodies.
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