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Duke presents Ivie Anderson in the first of her two film performances. Many believe her to be his best featured vocalist, and was with the Ellington band between 1931 and 1942. Musical numbers include, 'Lightnin'', 'Rockin' in Rhythm', 'Stormy Weather' (vocal by Ivie Anderson), 'Bugle Call Rag' (danced by Dudley and Hill), and a reprise of 'Lightnin''.
Original Release
09/01/1933
US Release
09/01/1933
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Duke Ellington | Self |
| Ivie Anderson | Self - Singer |
| Florence Hill | Self - Dancer |
| Bessie Dudley | Self - Dancer |
| Duke Ellington Orchestra | Themselves |
| Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton | Self - Trombonist |
Directors
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Duke Ellington | Self |
| Ivie Anderson | Self - Singer |
| Florence Hill | Self - Dancer |
| Bessie Dudley | Self - Dancer |
| Duke Ellington Orchestra | Themselves |
| Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton | Self - Trombonist |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| Fred Waller | Producer |
