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Aug 13
by Bobby Kosser in Comic Book, Memorabilia, People, Souvenirs, Television 0 comments tags: comedy, comic, comic book, Lucile Ball, Lucy, memorabilia, sitcom, television, video, vintage

Vintage “I Love Lucy” Comic Book 1957 Dell

“I Love Lucy,” is an American television sitcom that originally aired on C.B.S. from Oct. 1951 to May 1957 with a total of180 episodes. It starred Lucille Ball and Desi Arnez as husband and wife. Vivian Vance and William Frawley were their husband and wife best friends. They were next door neighbors. *This comic book was published during that period. Lucy played a young middle-class housewife in N.Y.C. who often concocted plans with her best friends the Mertzs (Viv and Wm.) to appear alongside her bandleader husband Ricky Ricardo (Arnez) in his nightclub, trying numerous schemes to be a part of show business.   After 1957 the show continued for three more seasons with one hour specials. “I Love Lucy,” became the most watched show in the U.S. 4 of it’s first 6 seasons. It also was the first to end it’s run at the top of the ratings. It has been syndicated in dozens of languages and “Lucy’s” popularity continues 70 years later.   This was the first ensemble cast scripted show to be filmed in front of a live audience. It is regarded as one of the most influential sitcoms in history. In 2012 “I Love Lucy,” was […]
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Nov 11
by Bobby Kosser in Memorabilia, Souvenirs 2 comments tags: cap, comedy, Drink Moie, for sale, fun, hat, mars, martians, memorabilia, sunglasses, vintage sunglasses

1930s Mars Sunglasses and 1940 Drink Moxie Soda Jerk Style Cap

In 1945, the sci-fi film “The Purple Monster Strikes !” 4. “The Lethal Pit.” Republic Films, was shot in Los Angeles. Real Martians, were used for the alien roles. To not alarm the public, nothing was said. Upon completing the film, the Martians grabbed their rocket ship and returned to MARS. THESE VINTAGE SUNGLASSES WERE THE ONLY MARTIAN PROPERTY LEFT BEHIND. The perfect combination of carbon dioxide & a trace of oxygen. VERY MARS. They can be used for reading books OR, MARTIAN-style Mind Reading.  They still work. It helps, if you’re from Mars.   1940. Drink Moxie ! Soda Jerk Style Cap. Moxie, was among the first carbonated beverages. “Make Mine Moxie ,” for Energy, Courage and Zest. One of the best selling carbonated beverages for decades. The perfect accessory for your Vintage Martian Sunglasses. Everyone, will be wide-eyed at your Martian Moxie. I swear.   My Forever Treasures, is offering our only Genuine Martian Treasure. This is a “Once in TWO Lifetimes Opportunity.”   Contact us if you’re interested. You’re welcome.
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Jul 28
by Bobby Kosser in Memorabilia, People, Souvenirs 0 comments tags: 1950, ashtry, collectible, comedy, Copacabana, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, NYC, souvenir, tape dispensars, vintage

Vintage Copacabana Ashtray NYC with Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis Tape Dispensers

The Copacabana Nightclub, N.Y.C. was considered, the Greatest Nightclub of All Time. From, the late 1940’s to 1973, The Copa Presented the “Entertainment Cream of the Crop.” Virtually, every star from this period, Performed on the Copacabana Stage. Every show, was an event.   It was an honor to record an album, “Live at the Copa.” The Supremes, Sam Cooke, The Temptations, Bobby Darin and Marvin Gaye, have all recorded very successful “Live at the Copa” Albums.   Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis, The Supremes, Rodney Dangerfield and Sam Cooke made their N.Y.C. Debut at the Copa. The Copacabana Chorus Girls, was a major attraction. They, wore sexy mink bras and panties, with fruited turbans on top. A Copa Show Calendar, would include all the previously named. + Tony Bennett, Peggy, Ella, Lena & The Four Tops. Every week, The Copa was # 1.   In 1973, when Jules Podell, the owner of the Copa died, so did The Copacabana. Never to be replaced. My Forever Treasures, is pleased to offer this vintage Copacabana N.Y.C. Ashtray. It probably, was on a Copa Table, when one of these incredible icons performed. = The Ultimate Nightclub Treasure.   Dean Martin & Jerry […]
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Mar 21
by Bobby Kosser in Broadway 0 comments tags: Broadway, comedy, Elaine May, Mike Nichols, playbills, screenplay

Mike Nichols and Elaine May Playbill Documents One of the Great Comedy Highlights of All Time

MIKE NICHOLS AND ELAINE MAY met in the late 1950’s at (the pre-Second City) COMPASS PLAYERS in CHICAGO. Here they combined their improv skills to form the duo who took the comedy world by storm. Originally Shelley Berman was part of their trio, Mike and Elaine decided two would work better for the comedy pieces. Nichols and May used advanced improvisational skills to offer an intellectual edge to their political and social satire. “AN EVENING WITH MIKE NICHOLS AND ELAINE MAY” showcased their inspired comedic skits. The show’s album, won them a GRAMMY FOR COMEDY ALBUM OF THE YEAR. NICHOLS AND MAY’S comedy was such an elevated level of humor, their spot at the top has never been duplicated. They split up at the peak of their collaborations. MIKE NICHOLS went on to be a very successful film and Broadway director. He directed “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf ?” and won an ACADEMY AWARD FOR DIRECTING “THE GRADUATE.” On Broadway he’s won a TONY FOR DIRECTING ROBERT REDFORD and ELIZABETH ASHLEY in “BAREFOOT IN THE PARK.” An EMMY WINNER as well. Mike Nichols is one of the few geniuses to win all 4 major awards. ELAINE MAY has been extremely […]
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