MARIE PUMA - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/26/1970 - HFSID 316382

MARIE PUMA
The actress writes Theatre World Editor John Willis, sending requested materials
Typed letter signed: "Marie Puma". 1 page, 8½x11. June 26, 1970. In full:"Dear Mr. Willis, I am returning the enclosed form as per your request. However, as I mentioned in our telephone conversation, I have not made a debut either Off-Broadway or On-Broadway. The Broadway credits I list, as you can see, were not on-stage [arts and should not be considered debuts. In addition, the off-off Broadway credits listed, as you will also note, were Equity showcases. I explained this in our telephone conversation but you requested that I return the form anyway. I am a recent college graduate and have not as yet made my debut on or off Broadway. I am enclosing a photo for your files. Sincerely," Actress Marie Puma (from Brooklyn, New York) is an American stage and screen actress, most known for The Engagement Baby (1970) and her Broadway debut, Woman is My Idea (1968). She also appeared in the TV movies A Question of Honor (1982) and Strike Force (1975). Theatre World, founded in 1945 by Daniel Blum, is America's oldest annual record of Broadway, Off-Broadway and regional theatre, referenced by industry professionals, historians, students and theatre fans worldwide. Until 1998, when a separate nonprofit corporation was established, Theatre World's editorial staff bestowed the prestigious Theatre World Awards for outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway debuts. Screen World (from 1950) and Dance World (from 1966), administered from the same office, furnished comprehensive information on those entertainment genres. 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. Lightly toned around edges. Fine condition.