WILLIAM SHUST - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED CIRCA 1975 - HFSID 315240

WILLIAM SHUST
Actor enthusiastically writes to John Willis, editor of Theatre World, thanking him for his interest
Autograph note signed: "Bill Shust" in black ink. 2 pages, 9¾x6¾ flat, 5x6¾ folded. In full: "Mr. Willis! Thank you for your interest in my career! I hope you have a wonderful 1975!". William Shust is an actor of the stage, screen and television, whose career entertainment career was on and off for over 30 years. Shust appeared first on television in the series Lamp Unto My Feet (1948) and further worked on shows such as Dark Shadows (1967), Appointment with Destiny (1971), and The Adams Chronicles (1976). His movie credits include Rivals (1972), The Seven-Ups (1973), and The Seduction of Joe Tynan (1979). He made his Broadway debut in the drama Arturo Ui (1963) and also performed in The Country Girl (1972). 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. Very toned. Corners rounded. Creased throughout. Stains from adhesive on verso. Otherwise, fine condition.