I've covered this famous 1966 play before, but here, direct form the hefty tome THE BEST PLAYS OF 1965-1966, come some little-seen pics and facts about this live-action Man of Steel spectacle! Click below to enlarge not only the (truncated) script from this comic camp-fest musical, but also pics of the production in progress, cast listings, and behind-the-scenes info!
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| Above: Dig that wonderful Al Hirschfeld illustration! |
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| David Newman and Robert Benton would later be involved in the 70s SUPERMAN films starring Chris Reeve! |
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| Above: Actress Linda Lavin ("Sydney") went on to bigger fame as the title character on CBS-TV's ALICE in the 70s... |
SUPER-BONUS! Click below to glare at these special pics relating to this boffo Broadway bonanza!
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| Above: Actor Bob Holiday ("Superman") dares to step into the "real world" between show performances! |
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| Above: A rare color shot from the production! |
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| Above: NYC venue the Alvin (later renamed as the Neil Simon Theatre) advertises the play in '66... |
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| Above: From a 1966 SUPERMAN issue, here's a mention of actor Bob Holiday plugging the musical on nationwide TV! |
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| Thanks to Steven Thompson for the above clipping! |
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