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Lambchop's Chanukah and Passover Surprise

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Lamb Chop's Chanukah and Shari's Passover Surprise are both entertaining, hysterical masterpieces. Shari Lewis outdid herself in these two splendid works in which she incorporates the story behind these two very special holidays among song, dance, special guest stars, and brilliant comedy. Your family will be in uproarious laughter as you see Lamb Chop, Charlie Horse, and Hush Puppy's antics. Not Jewish? Don't fret! This video explains everything you need to know about our special holidays. It is so wonderful that in our world in which X-mas/Easter celebration is ubiquitous, you can find out about other holiday traditions. Adding to the fun is an introduction in which Mallory Lewis (Shari's daughter) revives the act with Lamb Chop!! (Shari died much too young)

I agree with another reviewer that the Chanukah show is a bit more entertaining than the Passover show, but both have some good, creative songs and are imbued with simple lessons about the true meanings behind these two holidays.

Some of the highlights of the Chanukah show include a really cute number Shari and Lamb Chop do in the kitchen while making potato latkes, a comic bit about how Chanukah is spelled and how the "Ch" should be pronounced, and a very creative and catchy song entitled "The Eight Nights of Chanukah"--which is sung to the tune of the Twelve Days of Christmas.

Among the highlights of the Passover show is a number that Dom DeLuise and Shari perform together. But there's one scene with Robert Guillaume portraying Pharaoh that could be a little scary for little ones because he looks and sounds very mean; even the way he is filmed is slightly distorted.

There are plenty of corny moments within these shows, some intentional, some not. Especially corny are some of the scenes with the 'stars'--Alan Thicke in particular seems to really enjoy playing the cornball. You may have moments where you're rolling your eyes at some of the jokes. And some of the non-musical scenes can run a bit long. But all in all, there's no denying that these shows were made with the best of intentions, and they are entertaining and educational. Clearly, everyone had fun making these.

There aren't a lot of Jewish holiday specials out there, so give this a chance. You won't be disappointed.

This is an excellent and fun production. The Chanukah segment is better than the Passover part of this DVD but it's a DVD we would recomment for anyone's home library. Pure enjoyment.

I have watched this video every year since I was a little girl during Chanukah - and I'm not even Jewish! This video can be enjoyed by parents and children alike, and it is VERY educational. Not only do you learn about how Chanukah is celebrated, but about WHY it is celebrated. I'm currently a college student and I am taking a course in Judaism, and I started reading about Chanukah in one of my textbooks. I knew everything they were talking about, and it's all because of this video. The songs and the plot are great, and the whole family can laugh and learn. Get this for your family!

Every Jewish family needs this. My kids watch this every year and love it. Great for little kids. It explains the holidays while keeping the stories fun.

For the last, probably, 10 years or so, we have watched Lambchop's Hanukkah every Decemberish. My kids are now 14 and 16 and *still* want me to put it on every year. We CRACK UP at the story. The jokes are sweet and heartwarming and there is a lovely story behind it all. Best part: Lambchop's tears when they're cutting the onions. We're crying every year when that happens.

Lambchop's playalong was my favorite tv show growing up and this dvd does not disappoint. From all the songs to the hilarious antics of Lambchop and her brothers, this dvd collection is a must-have for fans of this barely-known series. These dvds are also educational for non-Jews who are curious to some of the customs surrounding Chanukah and Passover.