The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943. Here are some highlights: Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera. Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as: No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)The Desert Song Holiday Inn The Merry Widow The Mikado Naughty Marietta Show Boat Song of Norway State Fair The Student Prince The Vagabond King Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.” Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
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The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943. Here are some highlights: Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera. Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as: No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)The Desert Song Holiday Inn The Merry Widow The Mikado Naughty Marietta Show Boat Song of Norway State Fair The Student Prince The Vagabond King Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.” Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/ Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio
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July 3, 2024
The Pink Lady: A Parisian Comedy of Errors
The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943.<br /><br /> Here are some highlights:<br /><ul><li>Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.</li><li>Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:<ul><li>No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)</li><li>Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)</li><li>The Desert Song</li><li>Holiday Inn</li><li>The Merry Widow</li><li>The Mikado</li><li>Naughty Marietta</li><li>Show Boat</li><li>Song of Norway</li><li>State Fair</li><li>The Student Prince</li><li>The Vagabond King</li></ul></li><li>Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.”</li></ul>Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio <a href="https://link.radioking.com/otradio" target="_blank">https://link.radioking.com/otradio</a><br />Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio <a href="https://www.myclassicradio.net/" target="_blank">https://www.myclassicradio.net/</a><br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" target="_blank">Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon</a><br /><br />Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio<br /><br /><br /><br />In this episode, we dive into a delightful and humorous tale set in the picturesque suburbs of Paris. Our story begins with Lucien, who is planning a romantic rendezvous with Claudine, despite being engaged to another woman. The plot thickens as Lucien's fiancée, Michelle, unexpectedly returns from Saskatchewan, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and quick thinking.<br /><br />As Lucien and Claudine navigate their way through a web of lies, they enlist the help of Monsieur Dandidier, an antique shop owner, to maintain their ruse. The situation escalates when Michelle arrives at the shop, and Dandidier is forced to play along, resulting in a hilarious sequence of events involving mistaken identities and impromptu kisses.<br /><br />The episode is filled with witty dialogue, charming characters, and a touch of romance, all set against the backdrop of a beautiful Parisian garden and an antique shop. Join us for a lighthearted and entertaining story that will leave you smiling and perhaps even longing for a trip to Paris.
July 3, 2024
Railroad Hour 54-06-07 (297) Rosalie
The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943.<br /><br /> Here are some highlights:<br /><ul><li>Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.</li><li>Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:<ul><li>No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)</li><li>Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)</li><li>The Desert Song</li><li>Holiday Inn</li><li>The Merry Widow</li><li>The Mikado</li><li>Naughty Marietta</li><li>Show Boat</li><li>Song of Norway</li><li>State Fair</li><li>The Student Prince</li><li>The Vagabond King</li></ul></li><li>Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.”</li></ul>Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio <a href="https://link.radioking.com/otradio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://link.radioking.com/otradio</a><br />Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio <a href="https://www.myclassicradio.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.myclassicradio.net/</a><br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Entertainment Radio </a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">| Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon</a><br /><br />Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio<br /><br />
July 3, 2024
Railroad Hour 54-05-31 (296) Homecoming
The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943.<br /><br /> Here are some highlights:<br /><ul><li>Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.</li><li>Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:<ul><li>No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)</li><li>Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)</li><li>The Desert Song</li><li>Holiday Inn</li><li>The Merry Widow</li><li>The Mikado</li><li>Naughty Marietta</li><li>Show Boat</li><li>Song of Norway</li><li>State Fair</li><li>The Student Prince</li><li>The Vagabond King</li></ul></li><li>Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.”</li></ul>Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio <a href="https://link.radioking.com/otradio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://link.radioking.com/otradio</a><br />Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio <a href="https://www.myclassicradio.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.myclassicradio.net/</a><br /><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Entertainment Radio </a><a href="https://www.patreon.com/entertainment_radio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">| Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon</a><br /><br />Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio<br /><br />
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