Little Players correspondence, 1961-1999.
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Merman, Ethel, 1908-1984
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Ethel Merman (born Ethel Agnes Zimmermann, January 16, 1908 – February 15, 1984) was an American actress and singer known for her distinctive, powerful voice, and for leading roles in musical theatre. Over her distinguished career in theater she became known for her performances in shows such as Anything Goes, Annie Get Your Gun, Gypsy, and Hello, Dolly! The Irving Berlin song "There's No Business Like Show Business", written for the musical Annie Get Your Gun, became Merman's signature song....
MacMahon, Aline, 1899-1991
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Aline MacMahon was born May 3, 1899 in McKeesport, Pa. After studying and performing with the Neighborhood Playhouse Theatre, she made her Broadway debut in THE MIRAGE (1921). She appeared in over 50 plays, among them THE EVE OF SAINT MARK (1942); ROMEO AND JULIET (1959); CORIOLANUS (1965); THE MADWOMAN OF CHAILLOT (1961); and TRELAWNY OF THE 'WELLS' (1975). Miss MacMahon also had a distinguished film career. Her 43 films include notable productions such as FIVE STAR FINAL (1931); ONCE IN A LIFE...
Murdock, Bill
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Little Players (Theatrical troupe)
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Under the guidance of Frank Peschka, Bill Murdock, and Isabelle Standwell, The Little Players produced puppet plays first in New York, later in Ohio, and received enthusiastic support from a number of prominent figures in the theatrical world. Beginning in New York City in 1959, the Little Players' puppet productions, which delved into classical material and were aimed at adults rather than children, soon established a following among actors and other entertainment professionals. Fans of the tro...
Peschka, Frank
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