The Ed Sullivan Show aired from 1948 until 1971 and changed the landscape of American television. Sullivan’s stage was home to iconic performances by groundbreaking artists from rock ‘n’ roll, comedy, novelty, pop music, politics, sports, opera and more.
There were historic rock ‘n’ roll performances by The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Rolling Stones and The Doors.
Unforgettable Broadway performances by the stars of musicals like My Fair Lady and West Side Story. This list of who stepped on The Ed Sullivan Show stage goes on and on.
Remember amazing performances from one of America’s greatest television institutions, The Ed Sullivan Show . Relive these timeless acts from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. These exclusive performances can’t be seen anywhere else except on Time Life Music’s Ed Sullivan DVD collections!
There is no doubt that history was made on The Ed Sullivan Show numerous times. There’s no denying that some of the most important events in television took place on the Sullivan stage, including several controversial performances that will forever remain part of music and television history.
Besides introducing legendary music acts like The Beatles and Elvis Presley, The Ed Sullivan Show is also remembered for being a launching pad for many great comedians. If you were a new comedian trying to make a name for yourself in the 1950’s, 1960’s or 1970’s, then going to The Ed Sullivan Show was smart move (if you could get an invite). Being on the show meant that you were about to become a big star.
This 6 DVD set includes live performances by Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, George Carlin, Jackie Gleason, Sammy Davis Jr., Fred Astaire, Judy Garland, Phyllis Diller, Flip Wilson, Julie Andrews, plus Senõr Wences, The Muppets and more! Plus bonus features- the only surviving on-camera interview with Ed and Sylvia Sullivan. Exclusive interviews with Joan Rivers, Johnny Mathis, Milton Berle, Rich Little, Smokey Robinson, Jackie Mason, Shari Lewis, Flip Wilson and Michelle Phillips.
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