Anna Sosenko Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ANNA SOSENKO
Born: June 13, 1909 in New York City, New York
Died: June 09, 2000 in New York City, New York
Biography
ANNA SOSENKO (1909-2000) was a business manager and producer in an industry dominated by men. She is best known as the manager of cabaret star, Hildegarde, for whom Sosenko wrote the song, "Darling, Je Vouis Aime Beaucoup". Sosenko also created The Raleigh Room radio show for Hildegard as well as producing The Campbell Room. During her last 25 years, Sosenko conceived and produced star-studded musical tributes that honored the greats of the theater.
1967-Hogan's-Heroes (Sound), 1963-A-Boy-Ten-Feet-Tall (Sound), 1999-Liberty-Heights (Sound), 1965-Love-and-Kisses (Sound), 1958-Perry-Como's-Kraft-Music-Hall (Sound), 1955-Love-and-Kisses (Sound), 2000-Biography (in person)
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ANNA SOSENKO - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 315146Autograph letter signed: "Anna Sosenko", written in blue ink, discusses sending captioned photographs to John Willis, Editor of Theatre World. Sosenko mentions a two-week timeline and includes a postscript offering her availability for questions.Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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ANNA SOSENKO - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/13/1947 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82902Contract signed by Anna Sosenko and Florence Desmond in 1947 for Desmond's appearance on an episode of The Campbell Room. Also signed by a William Morris Agency representative, with a rider initialed by Desmond, dated January 13, 1947.
Price: $420.00
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ANNA SOSENKO - CONTRACT SIGNED 03/27/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82917Contract signed by Anna Sosenko and Alec Templeton in 1947 for Templeton's appearance on an episode of The Penguin Room, with Templeton to perform Springtime in Vienna for $1,000. Signed as "Anna Sosenko" and "Alec Templeton."
Price: $320.00
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ALEXANDER DE SEVERSKY - CONTRACT SIGNED 07/11/1944 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83356Document signed by Alexander P. deSeversky and Anna Sosenko, dated July 11, 1944. It details a scheduled appearance at NBC studios in New York, highlighting deSeversky's contributions to aviation and his invention of the bombsight.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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ARLENE FRANCIS - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/16/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76058Document signed by Arlene Francis and Anna Sosenko on January 16, 1946, in New York, regarding Francis's performance on the radio program The Raleigh Room for a payment of $750. Sosenko signs on behalf of her production company.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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BUDDY LESTER - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/09/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83338Contract signed by Buddy Lester and Anna Sosenko for a 1946 broadcast of The Raleigh Room radio program, guaranteeing Lester $550. Signed by both parties and a representative of the William Morris Agency, dated January 9, 1946.
Price: $360.00
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BURGESS MEREDITH - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/19/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82907Contract signed by Burgess Meredith and Anna Sosenko in 1945 for Meredith's appearance on the radio show The Raleigh Room. Signatures include "Anna Sosenko" in blue ink and "Burgess Meredith" in black ink, detailing a $1,500 fee.
Price: $400.00
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CARMEL MEYERS - CONTRACT SIGNED 12/28/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82903Contract agreeing for Carmel Meyers to appear on Anna Sosenko's radio show "The Raleigh Room" on January 2, 1946, signed by both in black ink on December 28, 1945. Contract related to Sosenko Productions, Inc. in New York City.
Price: $400.00
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ELLIOTT ROOSEVELT - CONTRACT SIGNED 02/15/1947 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76062Typed document signed by Fay Emerson/Roosevelt, Elliott Roosevelt, and Anna Sosenko, dated February 15, 1947, detailing a contract for their appearance on the radio program 'The Campbell Room'. Initialed by both Roosevelts.
Price: $380.00
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ELSA MAXWELL - CONTRACT SIGNED 11/17/1944 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83353Document signed by Elsa Maxwell and Anna Sosenko, detailing an event scheduled for December 5, 1944, at NBC studios in New York. Also signed by Maxwell's agent, it reflects Maxwell's prominence in high society and gossip journalism.
Price: $380.00
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FRANK McHUGH - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/27/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82906Contract documenting Frank McHugh's agreement to perform on Anna Sosenko's radio show "The Raleigh Room" in 1945, signed by both in black ink. The contract is dated January 27, 1945, for a performance on January 30, 1945.
Price: $340.00
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GEORGE JESSEL - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/25/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82919Document signed by George Jessel and Anna Sosenko, dated January 10, 1945, detailing an engagement at NBC studios. Jessel's agent also signing. Mentioning Jessel's notable role as "Toastmaster General" and his connection to The Jazz Singer.
Sale Price $315.00
$380.00
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HENNY YOUNGMAN - CONTRACT SIGNED 11/14/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76052Contract signed by Henny Youngman and Anna Sosenko, dated November 13, 1945, committing Youngman to appear on the radio program The Raleigh Room for $750.00. Youngman and Sosenko's signatures are included on the document.
Price: $300.00
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JOSHUA LOGAN - SHOW BILL SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 321864Playbill signed by Joshua Logan and Anna Sosensko for A Gala Tribute to Joshua Logan at the Imperial Theatre. Logan, a Broadway actor and writer, is recognized for his directing accolades, while Sosensko contributed significantly to theater and music production.
Price: $320.00
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LOU HOLTZ - CONTRACT SIGNED 04/03/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76044Contract signed by Lou Holtz and Anna Sosenko in 1945 for Holtz's appearance on the radio show The Raleigh Room, with a compensation of $1250. Sosenko Productions, Inc. is the signing party for this live performance contract.
Price: $460.00
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MAXIE "SLAPSIE MAXIE" ROSENBLOOM - CONTRACT SIGNED 02/01/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83355Contract documenting Maxie Rosenbloom's appearance at NBC studios, signed by both Maxie Rosenbloom and Anna Sosenko, dated February 1, 1945. The contract stipulates a performance for $1000 in Chicago. Rosenbloom was a former World Light Heavyweight Boxing Champion.
Price: $460.00
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MILTON BERLE - CONTRACT SIGNED 03/28/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76054Contract signed by Milton Berle on March 28, 1946, for the radio show Hildegarde-Raleigh, countersigned by Anna Sosenko as producer. The contract details a performance agreement and compensation of $2,000 payable to the William Morris Agency.
Price: $360.00
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MILTON BERLE - CONTRACT SIGNED 03/28/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82911Contract signed by Milton Berle and Anna Sosenko on March 28, 1946, agreeing for Berle to appear on Sosenko's radio show for $2000. Also signed by Berle's agent, this document highlights Berle's early career in television.
Price: $380.00
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MILTON CROSS - CONTRACT SIGNED 10/01/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83349Contract signed by Milton Cross, dated September 1, 1945, and countersigned by Anna Sosenko, outlines Cross's engagement to perform on the radio program The Raleigh Room. Compensation agreed at $150.00, sponsored by Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company.
Price: $480.00
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MORTON DOWNEY SR. - CONTRACT SIGNED 06/13/1944 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83346Document signed by Morton Downey and Anna Sosenko, detailing an appearance on June 27, 1944, at NBC studios for $750. Downey, known as "The Irish Nightingale", was popular for singing Irish tunes and works by Berlin and Porter.
Price: $460.00
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PAUL W. GALLICO - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/11/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83340Contract signed by Paul W. Gallico and Anna Sosenko documents Gallico's agreement to appear on Hildegarde's radio show on January 16, 1946, for $200.00. The document includes signatures of both Gallico and his agent, dated January 11, 1946.
Price: $360.00
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SIGMUND SPAETH - CONTRACT SIGNED 02/10/1947 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 83347Contract documenting Sigmund Spaeth's agreement with Sosenko Productions for a radio appearance on The Campbell Room, signed by both Spaeth and Anna Sosenko, dated February 10, 1947. Includes a stapled rider initialed by Spaeth as "S.S.".
Price: $320.00
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VICTOR MOORE - CONTRACT SIGNED 03/23/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76041Document signed by Victor Moore and Anna Sosenko, dated March 23, 1945. The agreement outlines an appearance for $2000 plus travel expenses in Chicago. The document also includes Moore's agent's signature, reflecting Moore's notable career in films and theater.
Price: $420.00
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WILLIE HOWARD - CONTRACT SIGNED 06/13/1944 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 76048Contract signed by Willie Howard and Anna Sosenko in 1944 for Howard's appearance on Sosenko's radio show The Raleigh Room, with Howard receiving $600. Signed as "Willie Howard" and "Anna Sosenko/Pre.".
Price: $460.00
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WOODY HERMAN - CONTRACT SIGNED 01/10/1945 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 82909Document signed by Woody Herman and Anna Sosenko, dated January 10, 1945. It outlines a performance scheduled for January 9, 1945, at NBC studios for $500. The document is also signed by Herman's agent.
Price: $650.00
