Schipa, Tito. (1888–1965) & Albanese, Licia. (1909–2014)

Signed Farewell Concert Program

Single-sheet program from the October 3, 1962 farewell performance of tenor Tito Schipa at New York Town Hall, signed by both Schipa and soprano Licia Albanese. Schipa has inscribed to the "diva" Livia Bonelli and dated 1963. Albanese—who was likely spotted in the audience!—has signed at the left. Recto with a half-tone photograph of Schipa on a yellow background; verso with the program for the evening, which included classics by Schubert, Handel, and Donizetti, as well as Spanish songs. Fine. 7 x 10 inches (18 x 25.5 cm). (18071)

Opera
Signed Document/Item
Signed Photograph