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Puppet acts on Lawrence Welk Show?

I can" recall any- maybe you are thinking of animated Robots who sometimes accomnpanied Jazz pianist ( Ragtime- high speed stuff) Jo-Ann Castle. Tiger Rag, that sort of thing. Puppets were used on the Ed Sullivan show ( notably Topo Gigio) and as a sort of side act on many variety shows-- the Muppets for example. But they were not used on Lawrence Welk. The only non-musical act was the monolog artist Aladdin.


What salary did Lawrence welk pay his performers?

Well, honey, Lawrence Welk paid his performers a salary that varied depending on their roles and experience. Some of the regular performers on his show were paid around $500-$1,000 per episode, while guest performers could earn anywhere from a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars for their appearance. But hey, that was back in the day, so adjust for inflation and you might be in for a surprise!


Who started branson theaters?

Branson theaters were popularized by entertainer Welk and later expanded by various performers and entrepreneurs in the 1980s and 1990s. However, the initial wave of theaters in Branson was significantly influenced by the arrival of the Lawrence Welk Show in 1960, which brought national attention to the area. This momentum was further built upon by artists like Andy Williams and other notable performers who established their own venues, leading to the city's reputation as a live entertainment hub.


The email address of Irish tenor Joe Feeney of the Lawrence Welk Show is graciously desired and appreciated?

There is an email address listed at this site but I don't know if it is still valid. http://home.earthlink.net/~bestenor/ I sent an email to that address today, in fact, as I just learned that Mr. Feeney had died this past week. I'm hoping that his son or someone else will answer it.


Related Questions

When was The Lawrence Welk Show created?

The Lawrence Welk Show was created on 1955-07-02.


What actors and actresses appeared in The Lawrence Welk Show - 1951?

The cast of Lawrence Welk and His Champagne Music - 1950 includes: Helen Ramsay as Helen Ramsay - Singer Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra as Orchestra Lawrence Welk as Lawrence Welk - Band Leader Roy Woldum as Roy Woldum - Singer


Did Lawrence Welk say wonderful wonderful wonderful?

Yes, Lawrence Welk was known for frequently saying "wonderful, wonderful, wonderful" on his musical variety TV show "The Lawrence Welk Show."


What are the release dates for The Lawrence Welk Show - 1951?

The Lawrence Welk Show - 1951 was released on: USA: 1951 (Los Angeles, California)


Where can one find a Lawrence Welk show?

search welk show with your city for PBS stations in your area.


Who was the band leader with a show on PBS?

Lawrence Welk


Who are Lawrence welk's children?

Lawrence Welk had three children: Lawrence Welk Jr., Shirley Fredricka Welk, and Donna Kaye Welk.


What movie and television projects has Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra been in?

Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra has: Played Themselves in "Paramount Headliner: Champagne Music of Lawrence Welk" in 1939. Played Themselves in "The Champagne Music of Lawrence Welk and His Orchestra" in 1949. Played Orchestra in "Lawrence Welk and His Champagne Music" in 1950. Played Themselves in "The Lawrence Welk Show" in 1951. Played Themselves in "The Dodge Dancing Party" in 1955.


What were Lawrence Welk's siblings names?

Lawrence Welk has 3 children


Is Lawrence Welk single?

No, Lawrence Welk is not single.


Was Donny and Marie on Lawrence welk show?

No, they had their own program.


Why did Cissy King leave the Lawrence Welk Show?

Well, sometimes in life, people make choices that are best for them. Cissy King decided to leave the Lawrence Welk Show to pursue other opportunities and follow her heart. It's important to support others in their journey and wish them well on their new path.