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Katina Paxinou

A “beating” for Bernarda Alba: “I doubt if ... it has the strength to walk into another theatre”

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A “beating” for Bernarda Alba: “I doubt if ... it has the strength to walk into another theatre”

Greek actress (1900–1973) who won the 1943 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in For Whom the Bell Tolls. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 7.75, personal letterhead, January 12, 1951. Paxinou writes to multiple-Tony-winning producer Gilbert Miller (1884–1970). In part: “I want to thank you very very much for the friendly telegram you sent me on the opening night of ‘Bernarda Alba’ at the Anta Theatre. Well, success in some measure came but unfortunately the play was judged as non commercial and I doubt if, after the beating it has the strength to walk into another theatre in the neighborhood….” Marginal staple holes with small rust stains, otherwise fine condition. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #327 - Ended November 14, 2007