When celebrities from other entertainment fields step into this world, the results can range from spectacular to cringe-worthy.

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Bette Midler performs Lullaby of Broadway in 1976s Clams On The Half Shell Revue

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This is the opening of Bette Midler's infamous Broadway show "Clams On The Half Shell Revue," performed April 14, 1975

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Performed April 14, 1975, at The Minskoff Theatre in New York City. This was Bette's opening night performance of "Clams on The Half Shell Revue."

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I knew that I wanted to be Bette Midler and I wanted to do what Bette Midler did and I wanted to be around Bette Midler.

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For the Walton completist, there’s even a portfolio bursting with Walton’s costume and scenic design artwork for the legendary 1975 Bette Midler revue Clams on the Half Shell. All aboard!

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Author Kevin Winker recalls the first time he saw Bette Midler on Johnny Carson. “She reminded me of the girls I was friends with in college

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In today’s episode, author Kevin Winkler returns for the second part of our discussion of his fascinating new book, On Bette Midler — An Opinionated Guide.

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Evening StarMarch 11, 1976 Bette Midler, Shady Grove, Jon Landeau, Rolling Stone, The Divine Miss M, Clams On The Half Shell, Barry Manilow, Hawaii Related articles

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The Los Angeles TimesThe Divine Miss M – tired but originalSATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1975 In the continuing parade of new stars in pop music, there are precious few important originals.…

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