Television Introductions

Since the beginning of network television many shows have been preceded by an opening announcement or a theme song that served various purposes. In Television Introductions: Narrated TV Program Openings Vincent Terrace has assembled openings for more than 900 television shows of the past seven decades. The only documented history of narrated television program introductions this volume is arranged by various types of programming such as comedies dramas westerns game shows soap operas and children’s shows. In addition to quoting the opening material entries include information about each show’s network history years of broadcast and show type. Many entries also include descriptions of the show the names of announcers and a list of main cast members. A comprehensive resource for researchers and pop culture aficionados alike Television Introductions provides a fascinating look at this neglected part of TV history.