This compilation video in 1982 was the winner of the Vira Award for Best Vintage Comedy Show.
The 'Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis Present their Television Party for Muscular Dystrophy' (1953) TV Special, according to the Australian home video sleeve notes, ''some moments of lighting breakdowns occur during program''.
The on-screen title of this live show is "Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Present Their Television Party For Muscular Dystrophy", and it was most likely broadcast in 1952. The description on the back of videocassette package is as follows...
MARTIN & LEWIS TV PARTY
(Live benefit show in aid of muscular dystrophy)
Guest stars Danny Thomas, Eddie Cantor, Phil Silvers, Jane Wyman, Vic Damone, Spike Jones.
Candid fun show, almost totally improvised, with instant gags and "on-the-spot" comedy routines. Highlights include Jerry's hilarious orchestra conducting, and his portrayal as "A Girl In A Lover's Quarrel" Dean sings "That's Amore" and other hit tunes. Classic example of top stars putting together a live charity show, sometimes without the aid of a script! Winner of 1982 Vira Award for best Vintage Comedy Show. (Some moments of lighting breakdowns occur during program).