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"Peter Allen" Video Collection #1

1.  At his very best, Peter was simply marvelous!  And this particular special from 1983

is exceptional in every sense of the word!  Appearing at Radio City Music Hall, Peter treats

us to so many of the songs that made up his "incredible career."  Among his selections:

"Don't wish too hard" "Fly away" "One step over the borderline" "Tenterfield Saddler"

"Bi-Coastal" "You and Me" "Paris at 21" "I could really show you around"

"Hit in the heart" "Everything Old is New Again" "Quiet Please" and "Don't cry out loud"

The one thing that I noticed about this wonderful special is how the "sound" fills

the famous arena, often giving the songs a decidedly different feel.  Not to mention

that this is a situation far removed from the studio, and so the arrangements

are left up to Peter's ability to "play the music" which adds a certain depth to

the songs, as well.  It's also very interesting listening to him talk about some

of his songs, and the stories behind them.  I have to say, I couldn't help but

 smile watching him dance around the stage, bouncing from place to place, or

laying on top of the piano.  He truly knew the meaning of "showmanship!" 

It's hard not to be inspired by his spectacular performance!  You'll especially

enjoy his "fancy foot work" when he joins "The Rockettes" for a dazzling

"showstopping" number!  Rarely seen today.

As if that wasn't enough, after the intermission he returns atop a camel!

For a spectacular finale' of "I go to Rio!"

Absolutely fantastic!

2.  "Entertainment Tonight" caught up with the talented superstar, as he brought his

spectacular blend of showmanship to Los Angeles.

3.   With a lovely backdrop behind him, Peter performs a wonderful rendition 

of his classic "Everything Old is New Again" on the program, "Live and In Person."  

As the number draws to a close, "The Rockettes" join him on stage, for

a wonderful finale.'  I'm still amazed by his fancy footwork, 

and I know you will be too!

4.  Appearing on "The Today Show" Peter is simply wonderful!  It's always a pleasure listening

to him, as he talks about his life and career.  Starting out with "Arthur's Theme" he mentions

the inspiration for the song, and how it came about, and the success that followed.  After they

show a minute or two of him performing the hit song, he goes on to mention working with

"The Rockettes" and how he wanted his latest show to concentrate on just the music.

5.  This next moment is another one of those "unknown" segments, from some show, which starts

out with the description:  "The Making Of . . . Peter Allen."  As they tour his dressing room backstage

at Carnegie Hall, they flip to the past, and present an interesting profile of the talented star, complete

with photos of him growing up in Australia, then as a young adult, along with concert footage from

Radio City Music Hall.  Afterwards, they present an "upclose" interview with him, that finds

 him looking sensational.  Intermixed throughout the interview, they show him performing on

stage, and then later at the "Closing Night Party" which finds him singing Aretha Franklin's

"Respect" and another song "Just a little bit."  Even though both of these are really short,

it's nice to see him having such a wonderful time!

6.  When the video for "I go to Rio" premiered, they intermixed "live" concert footage

from the Carnegie Hall performance, with a bit of animation, which was kind of different.

As always, it's a treat watching him perform.

7.  This particular musical performance from the "Noel Edmonds" show is simply

outstanding!  Peter looks absolutely fantastic!  Full of energy!  And it shows in the

way he "moves" during an exceptional "medley" of "You haven't heard the last of me"

and "Fade to black."  Which fit so well together!  I can't say enough about this particular

performance!  He is such a seasoned entertainer!  Truly fantastic!

 

8.  Appearing on the Sally Jesse Raphael Show, Peter simply shines!  During this wonderful

moment, you'll see a certain sparkle in his eyes, only matched by his delightful personality.

After a short medley of some of his greatest hits "I honestly love you" "Don't cry out loud"

and "Arthur's Theme" Peter talks about his life and career.  I think you'll find his thoughts

on being "famous" quite interesting, because it shows another side to him, that we rarely

see.  As he talks about Liza Minnelli, he mentions how difficult it was telling her that her

mother had just passed away.  Which then allows him to sing a few bars of "Quiet Please

There's a Lady on Stage" that was originally written about Judy Garland.  When talking

about his current project, "Legs Diamond" he's kind of "put on the spot" when Sally

asks him to sing a few bars from one of the songs, in the show.  Not that he didn't want

to, but rather the "clearance" issue of performing one of them on television.  Afterwards

they continue to talk about many things.  In closing the show, he sings "Everything

Old is New Again."

 

9.  Lending his support for Aids Awareness, Peter performs a shortened version of
"Love don't need a reason."  Which is really nice.

10.  While attending "A show of concern . . . the heart of America responses"

Peter is shown performing, very briefly, during this moment from "Entertainment Tonight."

 

"Peter Allen" Video Collection #2

1.  Appearing at the "The Australian Royal Bicentennial Concert" Peter

takes center stage, singing his time honored classic "Everything Old is New Again."

Set in the roaring 20's, the musical number takes on a entirely different meaning,

complete with fancy footwork, on both Peter's part, and the guests on stage with

him.  As always, his performance is flawless.  Slowing things down a bit, he performs

a new selection, written in honor of Australia's Bicentennial.

 

2.  "Live" via satellite from Reno Nevada, Peter honors the official "Bicentennial of Australia"

with the selection that he performed earlier.

 

3.  During this wonderful interview from the set of "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee"

the conversation is mainly centered around Peter's upcoming Broadway opening of

"Legs Diamond."  As he talks about the show, it's quite interesting hearing about all

things he has endured, just to bring this very special project to life.  Performing one

of the songs from the show, "Don't say it's over" Peter is clearly quite excited about

it's upcoming premiere.

 

4.  Looking and sounding better than ever, Peter stops by the "Pat Sajak" show

for a delightful moment.  Stepping to the stage, he performs a rousing version

of "I'll see you in the springtime."  Which has never been presented on television

before.  ANOTHER CLASSIC!  Currently, he is on tour with Bernadette Peters, and

so he talks about what it's like working with her, and what the audience can expect

from "their" show together.  As he visits with Pat, the conversation turns to his

legendary run at Radio City Music Hall.  After the break, he returns to the stage

to perform another wonderful selection:  "Making every moment count."

Which is simply marvelous!

 

5.  With all of the excitement and energy that normally surrounds Peter, this very

special segment of "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" presents the "other side"

of the talented performer.  After a brief tour of his Manhattan apartment, Peter

settles in for an exceptional interview, which finds him talking about many things.

Throughout this wonderful moment, they also show him in "rehearsal" for "Legs

Diamond" along with several other moments, enjoying his life in New York City.

 

6.  If the previous moment, with it's relaxed setting, seemed to present Peter

in a night and interesting light, this next interview from "One on One" really

allows him the opportunity to share his thoughts with us, even more.  After a

brief overview of his incredible career, he talks about many things in great detail:  

his marriage to Liza, his incredible musical talent, his early childhood, and writing 

the theme from "Arthur."  Very insightful interview!

7.  The Bravo Channel profiled the talented superstar, by presenting the hour long

retrospective "The Boy From Oz."  During this wonderful special we are treated to so

many images of Peter, as they present moments from his early childhood, all the way

through to the present, even to the very end.  Throughout the program many of his

friends talk fondly of him:  Lilly Tomlin, Bette Midler, Bernadette Peters, Julie Wilson,

and many others.  It's an interesting journey, and this particular program is

exceptional, in every sense of the word!

While looking through my collection, I happened to stumble across "two" additional

appearances that I had completely missed!  And they are EXCEPTIONAL!

8.  Descending from the heavens!  Peter graces the stage, for the second annual

"Night of a 100 Stars!"  Singing the "Theme from Arthur / The best that you can do"

he sets the stage for a wonderful tribute to "New York City."  As always, he looks

sensational!  Truly a wonderful moment, that definite deserved to be included!

9.  With the release of his new album, "Not the boy next door" Peter stops by

the set of "The Tonight Show" for an EXCEPTIONAL appearance!  Seated at the piano, 

Peter graces us with his incredible talent, as he performs a "splendid" version of the

the song, "Just another make out song."  Taking the microphone in hand, Peter steps

to the center of the stage, mid-way through, letting the emotion of the song, come

through.  As he dances, he completely captivates your attention.  Later, as he visits

with Johnny, they talk about many things!  Mr. Carson always knew how to treat his

guests!  The interview is uplifting, funny, and heart warming.  As the show, draws to

a close Peter returns to the piano and sings a stirring version of the song he wrote

for Ann Margaret, "Once before I go."  Which is "very touching!"  It's almost as if 

he is giving us this moment, to remember him by . . . "once more, before I go."