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The Wiener Schnitzel Waltz
Screened: 19/11/2006

A special preview of the Melbourne Theatre Company's production of Tomfoolery: the songs of American satirical songwriter, Tom Lehrer. Features Rhonda Burchmore & Gerry Connolly.

More than 50 years ago, Tom Lehrer launched his inimitable brand of bitingly, witty satire, which skewers western civilization's entire canon of sacred cows, from the Bomb to boy scouts.

Songs such as Poisoning Pigeons in the Park", "The Old Dope Peddler and "The Vatican Rag" retain their potency and their humour despite the passing of the years.

The man himself said, "If after hearing my songs, just one human being is inspired to say something nasty to a friend, or perhaps to strike a loved one, it will all have been worthwhile."

The Melbourne Theatre Company has now opened a new production of Tomfoolery, the stage adaptation of Tom Lehrer's songs & observations, starring Rhonda Burchmore & Gerry Connelly.

This week Sunday Arts presents an exclusive recording of Rhonda & Gerry performing The Wiener Schnitzel Waltz – a tale of love gone slightly askew.

Tomfoolery continues at the Melbourne Theater Company in Melbourne until December 16.

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