Comedy and Cabaret
Bruce shares his long-standing friendship with Bette and discusses their collaboration on a comedy album that marked a turning point in her career. He reflects on the resurgence of Bette as a movie star with the success of "Down and Out in Beverly Hills," and explores the evolution of cabaret, highlighting how Bette transformed the genre into a more engaging and entertaining experience for audiences. The challenges faced by the Manhattan Transfer show reveal the struggle between talent and resources in the entertainment industry.In this clip
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