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The Sentry collection. [1978-03-02], Ben Vereen-- his roots

"The singing, dancing and dramatic talents of Tony award-winning Ben Vereen are showcased in this entertainment special about Ben's own roots--in show business. Vereen won the Tony for his performance in 'Pippin' on Broadway, after receiving acclaim for his singing and dancing in 'Hair' and 'Jesus Christ Superstar.' He rose to television fame for his role as Chicken George in 'Roots.'"--1978 Peabody Awards entry form. The special includes performances by Ben Vereen, Louis Gossett, Jr., Debbie Allen, and Cheryl Ladd. Vereen and Gossett perform a 1940's big band musical number and also recreate their roles as Chicken George and Fiddler from "Roots." Vereen and several children and dancers perform "On the street", a song and dance number in which Vereen recalls his growing up on the street. Vereen and Ladd perform "See you tomorrow in class", a song and dance number. Vereen, Gossett, and Allen perform a ballroom song and dance number from the 1940's. Vereen and several dancers perform "Galactic funk", a futuristic dance number.

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