Harry B Smith / Rogues and Vagabonds Operetta in Three Acts 1929 unpublished

Description: Rogues and Vagabonds, Operetta in Three Acts (1929) - unpublished typescript Author: Smith, Harry B. & Spencer Bentley Title: Rogues and Vagabonds, Operetta in Three Acts (1929) - unpublished typescript Publication: (New York): 1929 Description: Wraps. 11.25 x 9 inches, textured blue softcover, bound with two brass fasteners, stamp of Z. & L. Rosenfield, Public Stenographers (Times Building, NYC) on cover -- no doubt they performed the typing services for many a production on Broadway -- with "copy #1" in pencil on front cover and Smith's pencilled initials on title page -- possibly in his hand. About 100 pages, on rectos (front sides) only. Worldcat shows no evidence this was ever published, and according to the IBDB website, it opened at the Waldorf Theatre on Broadway on May 7, 1930 and closed after one performance, which is hard to believe. The music was by Geoffrey O'Hara. John Franceschina wrote in his book "Harry B. Smith, Dean of American Librettists" (Routledge, 2003), that this play dates back in origins to 1893: "The study of English ballads and folklore in preparation for writing Robin Hood directed Smith to Shakespeare and his contemporary playwrights, and, after reading a great many plays and reference books on the subject, he synthesized the material into a comedy, Will Shakespeare, Player, published at his own expense in November 1893. Although the book received favorable notices, Smith made little effort to get the play produced until 1930, when it resurfaced as Rogues and Vagabonds, with music by Geoffrey O’Hara." The most prolific of all American stage writers, Smith (1860-1936) was the author of 300 libretti (123 of which actually opened on Broadway), including some 6,000 songs composed with some of the most notable composers of the day—John Philip Sousa, Victor Herbert, Ludwig Englander, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, and Walter Donaldson. Smith remains the most prolific librettist in the American musical theatre. Between 1890 and 1930, his presence pervaded American operetta, musical comedy, and revue. Some of his best-known works were librettos for the composers Victor Herbert and Reginald De Koven. He also wrote the book or lyrics for several versions of the Ziegfeld Follies. This is from the collection of John Franceschina, author of "Harry B. Smith, Dean of American Librettists" (Routledge, 2003). Very good. Seller ID: H39903 Subject: Theater RAREBOOKSTORE RareBookStore is a long-established eBay seller specializing in used and rare books in all fields—plus prints, ephemera, maps, music, photography, and the occasional painting. We sell good books at good prices and want you to be satisfied with your purchase. Be sure to add us to your “favorite” sellers and check back to see new items listed daily! We pride ourselves on our high standards, high eBay ratings, and helpful staff, so please contact us directly if you encounter any issues. Standard shipping is via USPS Media Mail. Expedited options are available at checkout. Payment is expected within 2 business days unless otherwise arranged. Our warehouse is staffed Monday-Friday and we respond to inquiries as quickly as possible. We hope you enjoy browsing our selection of great books. Happy reading!This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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