A New Documentary Celebrates Shari Lewis & Lamb Chop

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Nov 9, 2023

Television star Shari Lewis broke new ground in the 1950s and '60s with her ventriloquism and beloved puppet, Lamb Chop, who appeared with her on a variety of shows for children over the course of her career, including "The Shari Lewis Show" on NBC. A new documentary titled "Shari & Lamb Chop" explores Lewis's life and legacy. Director Lisa D'Apolito joins us to discuss the film, which will premiere at Doc NYC on Saturday at 6:30 pm. 

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