John Patrick Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
JOHN PATRICK
Born: May 17, 1905 in Louisville, Kentucky
Died: November 07, 1995 in Florida
John Patrick, born on May 17, 1905, in Louisville, Kentucky, was an accomplished American playwright and screenwriter. Over the course of his prolific career, Patrick left an indelible mark on the American theater and film industry with his keen insights into human nature and his deft, dramatic touch.
One of his most notable achievements came in 1954 with "The Teahouse of the August Moon." This critically acclaimed play won Patrick the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and was subsequently adapted into a successful film and a Broadway musical. The story, set in post-WWII Okinawa, skillfully balances humor with deeper commentaries on cultural clashes and American military occupation.
In addition to his work in the theater, Patrick had a successful run in Hollywood. His adaptation of "Three Coins in the Fountain" earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Screenplay in 1954.
Another significant contribution came with his 1956 adaptation of "The Curious Savage," a play that continues to be popular in community and regional theaters for its heartwarming and humorous portrayal of humanity. His legacy is cemented by the numerous awards he received and the lasting impact of his plays and screenplays.
One of his most notable achievements came in 1954 with "The Teahouse of the August Moon." This critically acclaimed play won Patrick the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and was subsequently adapted into a successful film and a Broadway musical. The story, set in post-WWII Okinawa, skillfully balances humor with deeper commentaries on cultural clashes and American military occupation.
In addition to his work in the theater, Patrick had a successful run in Hollywood. His adaptation of "Three Coins in the Fountain" earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Screenplay in 1954.
Another significant contribution came with his 1956 adaptation of "The Curious Savage," a play that continues to be popular in community and regional theaters for its heartwarming and humorous portrayal of humanity. His legacy is cemented by the numerous awards he received and the lasting impact of his plays and screenplays.
1962-The-Main-Attraction (Writer), 1962-Gigot (Writer), 1958-The-DuPont-Show-of-the-Month (Writer), 1955-Love-Is-a-Many-Splendored-Thing (Writer), 1954-Three-Coins-in-the-Fountain (Writer), 1954-Crown-Theatre-with-Gloria-Swanson (Writer), 1953-Broadway-Television-Theatre (Writer), 1952-Rebound (Writer), 1948-Enchantment (Writer), 1946-The-Strange-Love-of-Martha-Ivers (Writer), 1938-Up-the-River (Writer), 1938-Battle-of-Broadway (Writer), 1937-Big-Town-Girl (Writer), 1937-Dangerously-Yours (Writer), 1937-Time-Out-for-Romance (Writer), 1937-The-Holy-Terror (Writer), 1949-The-Philco-Goodyear-Television-Playhouse (Writer), 1957-Das-heie-Herz (Writer), 1983-The-Hasty-Heart (Writer), 1960-The-World-of-Suzie-Wong (Writer), 1959-The-David-Niven-Show (Writer), 1958-Some-Came-Running (Writer), 1958-Leave-It-to-Beaver (Writer), 1949-The-Hasty-Heart (Writer), 1938-Mr.-Moto-Takes-a-Chance (Writer), 1937-Born-Reckless (Writer), 1937-Sing-and-Be-Happy (Writer), 1937-Midnight-Taxi (Writer), 1937-One-Mile-from-Heaven (Writer), 1936-Fifteen-Maiden-Lane (Writer), 1936-High-Tension (Writer), 1936-Educating-Father (Writer), 1975-Something-Wonderful-Happens-Every-Spring (Writer), 1968-Eine-etwas-sonderbare-Dame (Writer), 1967-Das-kleine-Teehaus (Writer), 1958-ITV-Play-of-the-Week (Writer), 1956-The-Teahouse-of-the-August-Moon (Writer), 1947-Second-Chance (Writer), 1947-Framed (Writer), 1938-Five-of-a-Kind (Writer), 1955-Das-heie-Herz (Writer), 1982-Das-heie-Herz (Writer), 1978-Love-Is-a-Time-of-Day (Writer), 1974-The-Small-Miracle (Writer), 1968/I-The-Shoes-of-the-Fisherman (Writer), 1957-Les-Girls (Writer), 1956-Daniel-Boone,-Trail-Blazer (Writer), 1956-High-Society (Writer), 1953-The-President's-Lady (Writer), 1938-International-Settlement (Writer), 1936-36-Hours-to-Kill (Writer)
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JOHN PATRICK - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 11/20/1973 - HFSID 190141Autograph letter signed by John Patrick, dated November 20, 1973, expressing an apology for delayed correspondence. The letter, written on personal letterhead, acknowledges a request for his autograph and humorously mentions his relocation to the Virgin Islands.Sale Price $165.00
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JOHN PATRICK - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE - HFSID 79360Card inscribed by John Patrick in blue ink, reading "To Kayo/John Patrick". John Patrick, a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and screenwriter, is known for works like The Teahouse of the August Moon and Three Coins in the Fountain.
Price: $80.00
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JOHN PATRICK - SELF-CARICATURE SIGNED - HFSID 16069Self-portrait signed and drawn in ink by John Patrick depicts him as a monkey reading his plays. It is inscribed with "Self portrait/[drawing]/John Patrick". Patrick was a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and screenwriter.
Price: $220.00
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JOHN PATRICK - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 23050Typescript signed by John Patrick from Act Two of The Teahouse of the August Moon, featuring the inscription "Good luck!/John Patrick". Patrick, a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, is noted for his contributions to theater and film.
Price: $90.00
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JOHN PATRICK - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 169099Typescript signed by John Patrick from his play The Teahouse of the August Moon includes the inscription "Best wishes/John Patrick". Patrick, a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner, is known for his significant contributions to theater and film.
Price: $90.00
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JOHN PATRICK - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 224855Typescript signed by John Patrick from his play The Teahouse of the August Moon, including the inscription "good luck!/John Patrick". Patrick, a Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner, adapted the play from Vern J. Sneider's novel.
Price: $90.00
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ARTHUR MILLER - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 181290First Day Cover honoring Bicentennial Era The American Farmer is signed by six notable playwrights: Edward Albee, Horton Foote, Charles Fuller, Arthur Miller, John Patrick, and George Axelrod, postmarked March 15, 1976.
Price: $260.00
