Broadway Poster Art 1945–1969
This visual bonanza shines the spotlight on 750 striking
advertising posters for the musicals
and plays of Broadway’s golden age and shares untold
behind-the-scenes stories.
Theatre fans will be thrilled to discover the original posters
for over 700 of Broadway’s biggest and most beloved hits plus rare
and striking
designs that tried in vain to sell some of the era’s epic
flops. In addition to being an important resource, this book is a
great read thanks to
the inclusion of previously untold stories of the men and
women behind the shows and the art.
Featuring
• a treasure trove of masterpieces by the theatreʼs best
illustrators, designers, photographers, and graphic artists.
• never-before-seen artist progressions from conception to
completion, as well as alternate and rejected designs;
• facts and legends about the productions;
• a look at how the posters were used around the city;
• rare images—many one of a kind—sourced from private
collections, archives, and libraries nationwide
The deepest dive ever into this colorful corner of American
show business, this opus boasts an appeal that goes far
beyond just poster fans. Broadway Poster Art: 1945–1969 is a
must-have for anyone with a love of the performing arts,
graphic design, entertainment history, and Broadway’s golden
age.
Size: 9.0in x 12.0in | Pages: 304 |
748 color & b/w images | Binding: Hardback
PRICE: $59.99
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