Rodgers's 1958 reimagining of the classic fairy tale, "Cinderella," premiered on television, bringing a lavish Broadway-style production to the small screen. This release features the original cast recording from the program.
- The television production was Rodgers's first foray into writing directly for the new medium.
- The program's broadcast was one of the highest-rated television events of its time.
- The score was orchestrated by Anton Coppola, uncle of conductor Leonard Bernstein.
Richard Rodgers was a towering figure in 20th-century American music, known for his sophisticated yet accessible melodies. By 1958, Rodgers had already achieved landmark success on Broadway and was exploring new avenues in musical theater and beyond.
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