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Beaton/A/A1/107/14
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- 5 Jan. 1952 (Creation)
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4p paper
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Beaton will have received a letter from Robert Lewis. Capote feels that it is not what it should be, as Lewis has 'a certain vulgarity'. Is certain that he is the right director. He understands the play and has sensitivity. Agrees that Jean Rusenthal would be best to light the play. Has finished the play and will send it to Beaton as soon as he has typed and corrected it. Discusses the play and alterations. Expresses happiness that Beaton will be working on the play. Thinks he will like the cast. Discusses the cast. Jack is well. Capote liked his story in Januarys "Harper's Bazaar". Saw G.G. the other day looking very beautiful. Hopes that Beaton is finishing his Gainsborough revisions. Constance Collier saw the play in Brighton and liked it very much.