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Beaton/A/A1/39/8
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- 20 Jan. 1949 (Creation)
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2p paper
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Has heard from Tony Guthrie and it looks like he is unable to fit in a production until after the Edinburgh Festival. Feels that it is very important to cast a Director to work with the Author-Designer. Would like to wait until Beaton gets back from America to talk it over and then approach whoever they decide would be best. Feels that they should get the Directors reaction to the script and talk about ideas before finally committing themselves. Discusses experience with "The Heiress" which has shown him how dangerous it is the have a Director who is not fully committed to the script. Has sent a note to Maud telling her about Guthrie. Gives suggestions for potential Directors. Thinks that John (Gielgud) would be 'magnificant'. Hopes Beaton is enjoying New York. Discusses events in New York. "Oranges and Lemons" opens at the Globe on 26 January. Is grateful to Beaton for "The Prodigal" as it has encouraged John as an actor.