DS, one page, 8 x 12.5, no date. Contract between George and Ira Gershwin, DuBose Heyward, and the International Play Bureau in Great Britain, with the former party agreeing to lease Porgy and Bess to the latter for eight to ten percent of the gross weekly box office receipts and an advance of $2500, as to be properly divided. Signed boldly at the conclusion in fountain pen by the Gershwins and Heyward. Matted and framed with a photo of the trio at a piano to an overall size of 24.5 x 20.5. In fine condition. Documents signed by both George and Ira Gershwin are quite rare, as they had different roles and responsibilities within their collaborations. George was primarily a composer, while Ira was a lyricist. However, there are some documents that were signed by both of them, particularly contracts, agreements, and copyright registrations. These types of documents were important for their business dealings and the protection of their intellectual property.
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