CHASE, Mary; HAYES, Helen

Mrs. Mcthing, a Play. .

New York: Oxford University Press, 1949. Inscribed by the "First Lady of American Theater" CHASE, Mary. Mrs. McThing, A Play.. New York: Oxford University Press, 1949. First edition. Small octavo (8 x 5 3/8 inches; 204 x 137 mm.). [1]-126 pp. Four photogravure illustrations in the text. Publisher's gray cloth, spine lettered in black. A near fine copy in the original printed dust jacket, small stain on top of lower panel, otherwise near fine. Inscribed on the front free endpaper "To Geoffrey Lardner / Best wishes / Helen Hayes" Helen Hayes MacArthur (1900-1993) was an American actress whose career spanned eighty-two years. She eventually received the nickname "First Lady of American Theater" and was the second person and first woman to have won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award. Mary Chase (1906-1981) was an American journalist, playwright and children's novelist, known primarily for writing the 1944 Broadway play Harvey, which was adapted into the 1950 film starring James Stewart. .

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Book number: 05881

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Keywords: HAYES, Helen Plays Theater

ROMBERG, Sigmund; SCHWAB, Laurence; MANDEL, Laurence; HAMMERSTEIN, Oscar

New Moon, the

New York: Harms Inc. 1928. Inscribed by Sigmund Romberg [ROMBERG, Sigmund]. The New Moon A Musical Romance. Produced by Laurence Schwab and Frank Mandel. Music by Sigmund Romberg. Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein 2nd, Frank Mandel and Laurence Schwab. New York: Harms Inc. 1928. Inscribed on front blank "To Gus with kindest regards from Romberg New York Dec 24/28" First edition. Large quarto (12 x 9 inches; 305 x 229 mm.). [iv], [1]-277, [1, blank] pp. Publishers brown morocco, front cover and spine lettered in gilt, marbled endpapers, top edge gilt. Spine very slightly faded. A very good copy inscribed by Sigmund Romberg. Sigmund Romberg (1887-1951) was a prominent Hungarian-American composer celebrated for his contributions to musical theater and operetta. Among his most renowned works are "The Student Prince" (1924), "The Desert Song" (1926), and "The New Moon" (1928). During the early stages of his career, Romberg collaborated with the Shubert brothers, composing music for their musicals and revues. Notably, he crafted several pieces for the famed entertainer Al Jolson. Additionally, Romberg adapted numerous European operettas for American audiences while working with the Shuberts. Two noteworthy successes from this period include "Maytime" (1917) and "Blossom Time" (1921). Romberg's three major operettas from the mid-1920s, mentioned previously, adhere to the traditional style of Viennese operetta. However, his other compositions from this era often incorporate elements of American musical theater styles. Beyond the stage, Romberg also lent his musical talents to film scores, showcasing his versatility and lasting impact on the entertainment industry. .

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Book number: 05833

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Keywords: SCHWAB, Laurence MANDEL, Laurence HAMMERSTEIN, Oscar Music Theater