DAVID EDWARDSEN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 302940
Price: $90.00
DAVID EDWARDSEN
Friend of John Willis, editor of Theatre World, sends him a letter
thanking him for the invitation and praising him for the work he does
Autograph letter signed: "David" in blue ink. 1 page, 6x8¼
folded, 11¾x8¼ flat. Envelope included. On Swedish American Line letterhead.
In full: "John, I want to again thank you for inviting me to your
fabulous reception today. I take it as an honour. I think your award is a great
boost to creative people starting out - and one always needs the encouragement.
I am sure you must feel very proud. Again thank you very much -". No further
information on this signer has been found. John A. Willis (1916-2010), active
in Theatre World from the beginning, became its chief editor in 1965,
holding that position until 2008. Willis is regarded as one of the foremost
theatre and film historians of the 20th century. While producing (and
presenting) the annual Theatre World Awards, Willis also served on the
nominating committee for the Tony Awards. Theatre World, which
received its own Tony for Excellence in Theatre in 2001, continues
under chief editor Ben Hodges. Normal mailing folds. Corners rounded. Light
surface creases. Otherwise, fine condition.
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