Strike Up the Band

Beverly Hills, CA: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer [MGM], 1940. Vintage double weight publicity photograph from the 1940 film, showing actors Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland dancing the conga on a large drum. With a mimeo snipe and an advisory council stamp dated JUL 8 1940 to the verso.

A high school drummer convinces the principal to put on a dance to raise money for a dance orchestra, aided by his girlfriend. The second film in MGM's "Backyard Musical" series, following "Babes in Arms" (1939), and preceding "Babes on Broadway" (1941) and "Girl Crazy" (1943).

Set in Chicago.

8 x 10 inches. Fine.

[Book #151539]