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The Black and White Minstrel Show

The Black and White Minstrel Show

The Black and White Minstrel Show was a British light entertainment show that ran on BBC television from 1958 to 1978 and was a popular stage show. It was a weekly light entertainment and variety show presenting traditional American minstrel and country songs, as well as show and music hall numbers, usually performed in blackface, and with lavish costumes. The show was created by George Mitchell.

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StatusEnded
Original NameThe Black and White Minstrel Show
First Air DateJune 14, 1958
Last Air DateJune 14, 1958
Seasons1
Episodes1
Episode Runtime 45min
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production Countries
Production Companies
NetworksBBC TelevisionBBC One
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