Program, Musical - William Warfield, "Porgy & Bess"
Object number2002.257.01
Date1952
MediumPaper, Ink
DimensionsOverall: 9 x 12 in. (22.9 x 30.5 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Terms
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 a production of the musical "Porgy and Bess," starring Arkansas native William Warfield. The cover shows a drawing of the production's set. The feature image on the cover is the rainbow house in Charleston, South Carolina. The background of the program is a dark blue. The title of the musical is printed across the top in large white lettering. The program includes short biographies of the actors in the play.
Status
Not on view
