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Forgtten History: BetteBack November 22, 1975: Toni Basil Signs On To Choreograph Bette Midler “New Depression” Tour

El Paso Herald
November 22, 1975

Toni Basil, renowned choreographer-dancer-actress, will choreograph the production of Bette Midler‘s forthcoming 20 City/80 performances concert tour which kicks off in Seattle, Washington December 10th. The tour features a six-day stand at Los Angeles‘ Dorothy Chandler Pavillion December 26th through New Year’s Eve.

Miss Basil, who has been dubbed the “Ginger Rogers Of Rock” is the dance director of and a performer with The Lockers, the much-acclaimed rock dance ensemble that has appeared on such television shows as “The Tonight Show” and “Midnight Special” and has performed on stage with Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby.

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