RIP Vic Mizzy, Addams Family Theme Composer
The legendary Vic Mizzy died on October 17 at the age of 93. In addition to having one of the coolest names ever, Mr. Mizzy was known for his numerous television and movie theme compositions. Most notable was his finger-snapping theme to "The Addams Family," for which he also provided vocals.
We can also thank Mr. Mizzy for the themes to "Green Acres," "Petticoat Junction" and several Don Knotts movies. My favorite theme of his Knotts films is "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken." I dare you to listen and not be taken immediately back to carefree childhood memories of Saturday afternoon cinema and silly sitcom reruns!
We can also thank Mr. Mizzy for the themes to "Green Acres," "Petticoat Junction" and several Don Knotts movies. My favorite theme of his Knotts films is "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken." I dare you to listen and not be taken immediately back to carefree childhood memories of Saturday afternoon cinema and silly sitcom reruns!
I saw The Addams Family last year and loved it! Lane and Neuwirth were fantastic as well as Krysta Rodriguez. The story line and music were very entertaining and tickets weren't cheap, i got them from Ticketsinventory.com ...hopefully they do make it on Broadway again. http://www.ticketsinventory.com/theatre/the-addams-family-tickets/
ReplyDeleteIt’s one of my favourite shows; I would see it again in a heartbeat!