Silk Stockings (MGM,1957)

Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse, Cole Porter, Rouben Mamoulian, Hermes Pan, Eugene Loring, MGM: one of the greatest musicals in the history.

"Fated to Be Mated".
Memorable modern and Jazz dance number performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse.



"Red Blues".
Aaahhh, another incredible modern and Jazz dance number, performed by Cyd Charisse.



"All of You".
Beautiful modern dance number performed by Astaire and Charisse.



"The Ritz Roll and Rock".
Delightful dance number performed by Fred and chorus.

The Gal with the Yaller Shoes

Cyd Charisse, Dan Dailey and dancers (Marc Wilder, Dickie Humphreys, Buddy Spencer etc.) in "Meet Me in Las Vegas" (MGM,1956). Beautiful, very original choreography by Hermes Pan. Music by Nicholas Brodszky and lyrics by Sammy Cahn.

Frankie and Johnny

One of the greatest film musical numbers. Unforgettable Jazz ballet created by Hermes Pan and danced by Cyd Charisse, John Brascia and Liliane Montevecchi in "Meet Me in Las Vegas" (MGM,1956). The song is traditional, here sung by Sammy Davis Jr. with special lyrics by Sammy Cahn.

The Heather on the Hill

Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse in the sublime modern dance number of "Brigadoon" (MGM,1954). The choreography is by Kelly himself to music by Frederick Loewe.

The Band Wagon(MGM,1953)

After "Singin' in the Rain", it is probably the greatest musical ever. Everything is excellent, the direction by Minnelli, the script, scenery and colors, and above all, obviously, the incomparable ballets and dance numbers performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. The choreography is by Michael kidd and Astaire himself, music by Arthur Schwartz and lyrics by Howard Dietz.

"A Shine on My Shoes".
Amazing Jazz Dance by Astaire.



"Dancing in the Dark".
Beauty supreme! The incomparable modern dance number performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse in Central Park.



"Girl Hunt".
Another masterpiece: Jazz and modern ballet danced by Fred Astaire, Cyd Charisse and chorus.



"Two-Faced Woman".
Cut number! Choreographed by Michael Kidd and performed by Cyd Charisse and chorus. Music by Arthur Schwartz.
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"That's Entertainment".
Good musical number where Fred Astaire, Jack Buchanan, Nanette Fabray and Oscar Levant sing one of the american hymns of the show business.

It's Always Fair Weather(MGM,1955)

A top seven in my opinion. Direction by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen, choreography by Kelly himself and music by André Previn.

"Thanks a Lot But No Thanks".
Nice song number performed by Dolores Gray.



"The Binge/Trash Can Dance".
The Tap and modern dance number by Gene Kelly, Michael Kidd and Dan Dailey through the streets of New York. One of the top in the art of dance.
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"Baby You Knock Me Out".
The memorable dance number performed by Cyd Charisse with the boxers.



"I Like Myself".
Delightful Tap number on the skates(!) by Gene Kelly. Very original.



"Love Is Nothin' But a Racket".
Beautiful "cut number" by Kelly and Charisse.

Gipsy Dance

Thrilling modern dance number created by Hermes Pan and performed by Cyd Charisse in "Sombrero" (MGM,1953).

Singin' in the Rain (MGM,1952)

Simply the number one. Incomparable musical numbers (choreography by Gene Kelly), great direction by Kelly himself and Stanley Donen, nice story and script, good colors. The best.

"Moses Supposes".
Unmatchable Tap number performed by Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor. Music by Roger Edens, lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.



"Good Morning".
Delightful dance number performed by Kelly, O'Connor and Debbie Reynolds. Music by Nacio Herb Brown and lyrics by Arthur Freed.



"Singin' in the Rain".
Sublime Tap solo by Gene Kelly. Music by Nacio Herb Brown and lyrics by Arthur Freed.



"Broadway Rhythm".
Human heritage! Unforgettable ballet in four styles (Jazz,Tap,modern,Ballet!!) danced by Gene, Cyd Charisse and chorus. Music by Nacio Herb Brown and lyrics by Arthur Freed again.
Gene Kelly is the most all-around artist ever: supreme dancer and choreographer, great actor and director, good singer. The only one of its kind in the history.

"Make 'em Laugh".
Funny musical number by Donald O'Connor.

Dance of Fury

Cyd Charisse and Ann Miller in the thrilling dance number in spanish style of "The Kissing Bandit" (MGM,1948). Choreography by Robert Alton. The guy is Ricardo Montalban.

One Alone

Wonderful modern dance number performed by Cyd Charisse and James Mitchell in "Deep in My Heart" (MGM,1954). Choreography by Eugene Loring and music by Sigmund Romberg.



Eugene Loring:
One of the greatest dancers and choreographers ever(Milwaukee,2 August 1911 - Kingston,30 August 1982).Actor.
Styles:Modern,Jazz,Ballet.He was a genius!
Dancer in the company of Fokine,American Ballet,on Broadway.
Choreographer:Ballet Caravan,Broadway,Hollywood.
Charter member:Ballet Theatre.
Founder:Dance Players company;American School of dance in Hollywood;Dance department at the University of California at Irvine.