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S1·E8 Play It Again, Vanessa

Episode
Season 1, Episode 8
Air Date
November 8, 1984
Runtime
22 minutes
Director
Jay Sandrich
Writer
Jerry Ross
Score
8/10 (1 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired November 8, 1984 22 min ★ 8.0/10 · 1 TMDB votes
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Synopsis

Vanessa plays clarinet in the school's orchestra. Though she tries her best and practices daily, she simply cannot play the instrument. She plays an embarrassing solo at the school concert, but her parents support her anyway. Guest Dizzy Gillespie as Mr. Hampton, Vanessa's music teacher.

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When did Season 1 Episode 8 of The Cosby Show air?

Season 1, Episode 8 ('Play It Again, Vanessa') originally aired on November 8, 1984.

How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('Play It Again, Vanessa')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 22 minutes.

What happens in The Cosby Show Season 1 Episode 8?

Vanessa plays clarinet in the school's orchestra. Though she tries her best and practices daily, she simply cannot play the instrument. She plays an embarrassing solo at the school concert, but her parents support her anyway. Guest Dizzy Gillespie as Mr. Hampton, Vanessa's music teacher....

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