[South Pacific] Hall, Juanita. (1901-1968)

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Signed James J. Kriegsmann of New York portrait photograph of the American actress and singer posing with an orchid, undoubtedly meant to evoke her Tony Award–winning performance as Bloody Mary in the original Broadway production of South Pacific.  Hall has inscribed "Best wishes / from / Juanita Hall" in vibrant blue ink.  Two small nicks to left margin, otherwise in fine condition.  8 x 10 inches (20.3 x 25.4 cm.).

From the collection of Paul McMahon, a critic, photographer and artist who worked for more than 13 years touring with Marlene Dietrich as the icon’s stage manager, announcer, dresser, secretary and escort, and later spent 25 years as an arts and entertainment reviewer and photographer with Gay Community News, Esplanade, Tommy’s Connection, The Mirror, Bay Windows and other publications. (21051)


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