Broadway to Feature Anne Jeffreys in Jamie Musical
Broadway opens Three Wishes for Jamie with Anne Jeffreys as Maeve Harrigan. Co stars include John Raitt, Malcolm Keen, Grania OMalley, Royal Dano, Robert Halliday, Robert Mission, and a cast of Irish American characters amid Abe Burrows Ralph Blane creative team. Local press notes Jeffreys born Anne Carmichael, roots in Goldsboro North Carolina.
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Revival of Old Songs Tops Record Charts in 1950s Era
New York reports a surge in revived tunes on Cash Box lists with six of the top twenty five jukebox hits and twelve of the top fifty being old favorites. Industry officials cite a taste for distinctive sounds, historic performers, and film influences driving renewed interest in classics like Tiger Rag Chinatown and Temptation.
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It Payed Him To Be Frank It Payed Him To Be Frank
The MGM boss Dore Schary met a handsome Cincinnati television performer Dear Miller on a train to California. Miller criticized the movies and soon found himself up for stardom at MGM in Skirts Ahoy and Everything I Have Is Yours.
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Hair is precious to youngsters too
Hollywood reports that eight year old Peter Votman chose to have his hair shaved for a role opposite Danny Kaye in Hans Andersen. Sam Goldwyn sought a clean shaven boy for the part and many mothers removed their sons from casting notices when hair was required. Peter insisted on his choice and won the bald headed role with a free shave.
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Oscar Night Forecast for 1951 Best Picture Race
Hollywood watchers anticipate a crowded field led by Streetcar Named Desire with A Place in the Sun close, while Vivien Leigh stars as best actress and Marlon Brando as top actor. Kim Hunter and Lee Grant compete for supporting actress, with Gig Young and Montgomery Clift among supporting actors. The ceremony airs on ABC after local radio coverage from WENR.
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Dean Explains Jerry's Haircut
Dean Martin blames a Chicago barber named Mike at the Ambassador East hotel for Jerry Lewis style bangs. He admits suggesting the cut while Lewis slept, and three years later the look remains popular with Lewis saying I like it.
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Another Gal's Voice Proves Mighty Low
Hollywood AP Judith Braun earns praise for a very deep voice during filming The Texas Man. Soundmen note she may exceed Greta Garbo in depth, while asking if Tallulah's voice compares.
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Bob Hope Starter “Military Policemen” Cast Notables
The new Bob Hope starter Military Policemen features Lock Martin a seven foot seven inch giant and Mickey Rooney who stands five feet even in the cast. The pairing signals a playful contrast for the comedy.
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Mister Roberts to Open Cedar Rapids Run Next Month
The Navy themed comedy Mister Roberts will anchor Cedar Rapids on April 15 and 16 with a Wednesday matinee. Ted Andrews stars in the title role for the Iowa theater debut by Shaw, which has a 35 performer company including Raymond Bailey and Don Dubbins. Mail order tickets begin now with box office on March 30.
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Corinne Calvet on St Patrick's Day Irish French Bonds
Hollywood AP Corinne Calvet jokes about Irish French likeness as she discusses roles and her French persona. She notes husband John Bromfield from South Bend and recalls directors misreading French behavior, reflecting on American depictions of France.
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Cedar Rapids Goat to Star in Mis ter Roberts
Cedar Rapids theater manager A H Talbot plans to hire a four legged Cedar Rapids actress to play Daisy the admiral's goat in Mis ter Roberts. The goat will receive Actors Equity pay for a non speaking part, a reversal of the old practice of replacing actors with animals. Talbot invites stage minded female goats to apply by calling Iowa 9052.
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Corinne Talks About What Price Glory Role
Corinne, cast as Charmaine in John Ford's What Price Glory, explains she studies the script to act like a French girl both on and off the set. Ford approves, noting his Irish and French castmates share similar expressions. The project shifted from a musical comedy remake to a drama with humor and music.
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Kathy Case Cast As Lead In Junction City Debut
Kathy Case an 18 year old radio and television actress signs with Columbia to star as the female lead in Junction City her first movie role indicating a major studio debut for the young talent.
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