The Carol Burnett Show Season 9 Episode 15 with Steve Lawrence
- December 20, 1975
On season 9, episode 15 of The Carol Burnett Show, Carol Burnett welcomes Steve Lawrence as her special guest star. The episode starts with a musical number, where Carol sings "It's a Grand Night for Singing" along with Steve.
The episode moves on with Carol and Steve performing a comedy sketch, where they act as two people meeting on a subway station. The sketch, filled with witty lines and physical comedy, is a huge hit with the audience.
Later in the episode, Steve performs a solo song, "The House I Live In," which is a patriotic song about America. His beautiful voice leaves the audience spellbound.
Carol and Steve then team up again for a sketch about two neighbors who accidentally exchange each other's children. Carol and Steve's comic timing is impeccable in this sketch, which leaves the audience in splits.
Next, Carol and Steve participate in a game show sketch called "Name That Tune." The sketch features Steve as the host of the show, and Carol as a contestant. The sketch includes a lot of musical comedy as the contestants try to guess the song by hearing only a few notes.
The episode then moves on to the famous "Went with the Wind" sketch, where Carol and the gang parody "Gone with the Wind." Steve makes a guest appearance in the sketch, playing a doctor. The sketch is hilarious and cleverly crafted, with fantastic costumes and sets.
Towards the end of the episode, Carol and Steve perform a musical skit set on a train. Carol plays a woman who is ready to end her life, while Steve plays a mysterious character who prevents her from doing so. The skit is both poignant and funny at the same time.
The episode concludes with Carol, Steve, and the rest of the cast performing a musical number called "Here's to Life." The song is a celebration of life and the good things it offers.
Overall, season 9, episode 15 of The Carol Burnett Show is a fantastic episode, with a perfect balance of humor and emotion. The chemistry between Carol and Steve is undeniable, and their performances are top-notch. It is a true gem in the history of television comedy.
