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Lot #823
Gian Carlo Menotti

Signing on to direct his historic “television only” opera

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Signing on to direct his historic “television only” opera

Two-time Pulitzer Prize–winning American composer (1911–2007) best known for such popular operas as The Consul, The Saint of Bleecker Street, and Amahl and the Night Visitors. DS, eight pages, 8.5 x 11, February 15, 1963. A contract engaging Menotti’s services as a director for a broadcast (the premiere) of his ground-breaking opera Labyrinth, the first opera written expressly for television broadcast and employing techniques and technical aspects specific to that medium. In fine condition, with light scattered toning and typical mild document wear. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #327 - Ended November 14, 2007