Porter, Cole. (1891–1964)

"Kiss Me Kate," SIGNED

Rare original program book from the National Company tour of Porter's celebrated musical, boldly signed on the cover by the composer, "Best wishes from Cole Porter." Scattered light spotting to the covers, otherwise fine. 9 x 12 inches.

Structured as a play within a play, where the interior play is a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, "Kiss Me, Kate" was Porter's biggest hit and the only one of his shows to run for more than 1,000 performances on Broadway. It won the first Tony Award presented for Best Musical, in 1949. (5005)

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