Advertisement, Booking - William Warfield

 
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Ad, Booking - William Warfield
Advertisement, Booking - William Warfield
Ad, Booking - William Warfield
Ad, Booking - William Warfield

Advertisement, Booking - William Warfield

Object number2012.108.01
Date1963
MediumPaper, Ink
Dimensions11 1/2 x 8 1/4 in. (29.2 x 21 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionBooking ad for 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.

    Black and white vintage booking ad for Arkansas native, William Warfield. In white print at the top: "His voice is his visa/his singing is a miracle/Warfield". Warfield is leaning his chin on his folded hands.
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