Identity area
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Beaton/D/2/1/16
Unique identifier
GB 275 Beaton/D/2/1/16
Title
Free Admission: Cecil Beaton
Date(s)
- 16 October 1960 (Release date) (Creation)
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Extent and medium
2p paper
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Scope and content
Typescript article, recounting an interview between the article's author, Ilka Chase, and Beaton, in which they discuss his theatrical work in New York, in particular, his work on the stage and costume designs for 'Turandot' and 'Tenderloin'. An exhibition of Beaton's theatre set designs will shortly be on display at the Sagittarius Gallery in New York. Beaton also discusses his photographic work and the forthcoming publication of his autobiography, 'The Wandering Years'.