Program, Musical - William Warfield, "Porgy and Bess"

 
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Program, Play - Porgy and Bess
Program, Musical - William Warfield, "Porgy and Bess"
Program, Play - Porgy and Bess
Program, Play - Porgy and Bess

Program, Musical - William Warfield, "Porgy and Bess"

Object number2012.103.01
Date1964
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions12 x 9 in. (30.5 x 22.9 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionProgram from the play "Porgy and Bess," starring West Helena native William Warfield.

    William Warfield was a concert bass-baritone singer and actor born in West Helena, Arkansas, in 1920. Warfield is best known for his roles in “Porgy and Bess” and in the film version of “Showboat." He is largely credited with performing the best rendition of the classic song "Ol Man River." He acted in five films. Warfield still performed up until his death in 2002.

    Program from the play, "Porgy and Bess" starring William Warfield. Cover is red, black and white with caricature of cast. Black and white print.
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    Not on view
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