Sixteen songs, including "The Rose" and "Chapel of Love/Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," are performed during Bette Midler's concerts at Pasadena Civic Auditorium.
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Sixteen songs, including "The Rose" and "Chapel of Love/Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," are performed during Bette Midler's concerts at Pasadena Civic Auditorium.
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Bette Midler performs at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium during her February 1980 concerts, blending comedy and music in a vibrant display. Directed by Michael Ritchie, Divine Madness features 16 songs, including "The Rose," "Chapel of Love/Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," and "Big Noise from Winnetka." The 94-minute film captures the energy of Midler's live performances, interspersed with her stand-up routines. Ritchie filmed three concerts, editing them into a cohesive experience that reflects Midler's dynamic stage presence.
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Why Watch
- See Bette Midler's live performances from February 1980.
- Find out about the songs 'The Rose' and 'E Street Shuffle'.
- Meet the Harlettes, Midler's backup singers.
Did You Know
- Divine Madness features 16 songs performed by Bette Midler.
- The film was directed by Michael Ritchie and released in 1980.
- Two songs, 'Shiver Me Timbers' and 'Rainbow Sleeve', were cut from the home video version.
- The concert film was shot at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California.
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Who directed the concert film Divine Madness?
Divine Madness was directed by Michael Ritchie.
What songs are featured in Divine Madness?
The film features 16 songs including 'Big Noise from Winnetka', 'The Rose', and 'You Can't Always Get What You Want'.
When was Divine Madness released?
Divine Madness was released in 1980.
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