Identity area
Reference code
Beaton/A/A1/65/7
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/A/A1/65/7
Title
Autograph letter signed to Beaton, from Los Angeles
Date(s)
- 8 Sep. 1977–9 Sep. 1977 (Circa. No year given) (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
3p paper
Context area
Name of creator
(1904-2007)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Was delighted to hear from Beaton. Discusses his card. Mentions Romain and the book she is writing. Discusses the difficulties of her book. R. has just returned from 5 weeks in Tahiti and Fiji. Discusses travel plans. Is coming to London soon and passing through Ireland. Is staying with Dana Wyater, who is doing Brando's first production, "Shake hands with the Devil". Discusses the production. Asks if Beaton is interested in doing any pictures. Discussion of 'R's' book, "Lady L". Would like Beaton to do a jacket for the book. Herve Alphand and his new wife have visited. Discusses other guests. Asks Beaton about his plans for books and plays.