The Big Show
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The Big Show is a variety program hosted by Tallulah Bankhead, bringing together comedy, music, and dramatic entertainment in a large-scale radio showcase. Bankhead’s distinctive, theatrical presence gives the program a lively center as it moves among its different performers and styles.
The show’s format draws on the pleasures of a classic variety broadcast: spoken comedy and dramatic moments share the stage with musical performances and guest appearances. Rather than following a single continuing story, each installment offers a changing mix of entertainment, with Bankhead guiding listeners through the program.
Its appeal lies in that contrast of voices and moods, from polished performances to Bankhead’s bold, playful hosting. The result is an energetic snapshot of radio variety, suited to listeners who enjoy a star-led program that brings several kinds of performance together.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.