ROBERT MITCHUM harmonizing with the Ames Brothers is one of the highlights in "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling -- An Irish Parade of Stars," a new PBS special that also features other little-seen performances from Irish and Irish-American stars.
The program opens in Dublin with Bing Crosby offering a pair of Irish folk standards, "Molly Malone" and "McNamara's Band." Then Mitchum joins the Ames Brothers for a rare rendition of "Too-Ra-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral (That's An Irish Lullaby)." There's also an all-star version of "It's A Great Day For The Irish" featuring Rosemary Clooney, Maureen O'Hara, Pat Rooney, and TV host Ed Sullivan.
Patty Duke hosts the program, which was written by actor and author Malachy McCourt.
The special will air throughout March. Check local PBS listings for stations and times. (Sadly, it does not seem to be airing in the LA market.)
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