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Show Credits: Music by Jeanne Bargy
Lyrics by Jim Eiler
Book by Jim Eiler
Music by Jim Eiler

Description: Old Italy comes to life in this acclaimed musical adaptation of the classic tale of the wooden puppet who yearns to become a real boy. An evocative score, colorful costumes and exotic locales – including the sinister Land Of The Toys and the interior of a genuine Italian whale – made this fantastic adventure a wild success when it was shown on CBS television.

Accolades/
Awards: 1966 Special Emmy Award from the Television Arts and Sciences for the CBS Network production.

Insight from the experts Costume Tip: The costumes should be colorful and a bit theatrical; the setting is Italy, and the time period is long ago.