To Be Perfectly Frank
Ladies' Day at the Ballroom
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To Be Perfectly Frank is a radio comedy built around Frank Morgan, the genial actor whose on-air persona turns everyday situations into opportunities for confusion and comic self-importance. Morgan’s warm, conversational delivery gives the program its center, while the humor comes from the contrast between his confident manner and the complications that gather around him.
The show combines comedy scenes with the rhythms of a radio variety program, making room for supporting performers and musical elements alongside Morgan’s appearances. Its title promises a candid account, but Frank’s version of events is often more entertaining than straightforward, as ordinary social occasions and small misunderstandings become comic business.
With its relaxed performance style and emphasis on character-driven humor, the program offers a light, personable listen. This recording is titled “Ladies’ Day at the Ballroom,” suggesting a ballroom-centered comic situation, while the appeal rests on Morgan’s distinctive presence and the easygoing interplay of radio comedy.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.