"Porgy and Bess" collection, 1932-1973 (bulk 1952-1956)

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"Porgy and Bess" collection, 1932-1973 (bulk 1952-1956)

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Included are several letters (1953-1955) between one of the producers and the musical director relating to production problems and issues affecting the show; a company roster providing vital statistics for cast, crew and musicians, 1954; and the itinerary for the international tour, 1952-1956. Additionally, there are programs for the U.S. (including for a 1964 production in which Riemer played a role) and European productions, reviews, and other articles. Of particular interest are photocopies of letters (1932-1935) between composer George Gershwin and DuBose Heyward, author of the original book on which the musical was based, regarding the development and production of the original production of "Porgy and Bess" and casting. There is also one letter from Ira Gershwin to Heyward after the death of his brother George in 1937.

.2 lin. ft. (1/2 archival box)

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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SNAC Resource ID: 8178204

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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Gershwin, Ira, 1896-1983

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Ira Gershwin was an American lyricist who collaborated with his brother George Gershwin to create some of the most memorable songs in the English language of the 20th century. Born in Brooklyn, the oldest of four children. It was not until 1924 that Ira and George teamed up to write the music for what became their first Broadway hit Lady, Be Good. Some of their more famous works include "The Man I Love", "Fascinating Rhythm", "Someone to Watch Over Me", "I Got Rhythm" and "They Can't Take That A...

Gershwin, George, 1898-1937

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George Gershwin was a composer and pianist; his best-known works are Rhapsody in Blue (1924), An American in Paris (1928), "I Got Rhythm" (1930), and the opera Porgy and Bess (1935), which included the hit "Summertime". Gershwin moved to Hollywood and composed numerous film scores. He died in 1937 of a malignant brain tumor....

Heyward, DuBose, 1885-1940

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Author. From the description of Letter : to Henry Ravenel Dwight, 1931 Jan. 4. (The South Carolina Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 37521975 From the description of Letters to Robert N.S. Whitelaw, 1940. (The South Carolina Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 37522020 Author, of Charleston, S.C. From the description of Peter Ashley promotional poster [picture] ; [1932]. (University of South Carolina). WorldCat record id: 38943426 Po...

Riemer, Walter

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The "Porgy and Bess" Collection documents the 1954-1956 touring company of the opera "Porgy and Bess" by George Gershwin, produced by Robert Breen and Blevins Davis, and directed by Breen. The stage manager was Walter Riemer. Cast members included Joseph Attles, Catherine Ayers, Georgia Burke, George A. Hill, Helen Thigpen, and Catherine Van Buren. From the description of "Porgy and Bess" collection, 1932-1973 (bulk 1952-1956) (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 768343810 ...