June 18th, 1949-June 24th, 1951 (NBC)
This prime-time half-hour musical variety series, broadcast live from Chicago, introduced Dave Garroway to national television audiences. Other regulars Jack Haskell, Cliff Norton, Connie Russell, Betty Chappel, Jimmy Russell, and Aura Vainio. The show's trademarks were its spare sets (necessitated by a low budget), and humorous endings.
The theme song for this show was "Sentimental Journey" and Garroway's first guest was Louis Armstrong. It was seen on Sunday evenings from 10-10:30PM on NBC.
Highlights of December 10th, 1950, show:
Comedian Cliff Norton does a football coach routine.
Betty Chappel sings "Get Out And Get Under The Moon."
Dave Garroway gives his audience Christmas tips
Jack Haskell and Connie Russell sing ""Foggy Day"