On the Boardwalk with Paul Whiteman

On the Boardwalk with Paul Whiteman is an American talent show that aired live on ABC on Sunday night from May 30, 1954, to August 1, 1954, hosted by Paul Whiteman.

Overview

Telecast live from the Steel Pier in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the program featured eight young performers during the first half hour who were then rated by a panel of four show business people. The four performers who ranked highest would then return the following week to perform again after having a week of professional coaching.

Production

Bernie Lowe was the musical director. The program was broadcast on Sundays from 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern Time.