 The
stars of the popular 1943 Broadway revival, Marta Eggerth (left)
and real life husband Jan Kiepura (right). |
Kiepura
and Eggerth as they appeared on the 1943
program cover (right). |
The
1965 Lincoln Center Theatre production featured opera diva Patrice
Munsel and Broadway veteran Bob Wright. It was produced by Richard
Rodgers, a life-long fan of the score. |
The
Shubert Brothers were infamous for the cheesy touring companies of
operettas that they sent on tour in the 1930s and 40s.. This photo appeared in
their
all-purpose Merry Widow souvenir book. |
Also
from the Shubert produced Merry Widow tour souvenir book. These garishly dressed creatures
are supposed to be grisettes. Could and dancer even attempting the can-can in
these drapes? |