Books in the Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts series

An extensive annotated bibliography cites and evaluates books, articles, and miscellaneous sources of information about Clift and includes fictional works in which he appears as a character.

This volume provides a detailed record of the life and career of Noel Coward. Detailed entries for Coward's many performances follow, with entries grouped in chapters on drama, film, radio, and television, as well as a discography. The book also lists Coward's awards and honors, and it concludes with a detailed, annotated bibliography.

Margaret Webster presided over many firsts in the American theater. She was the first woman to direct Shakespearean plays on Broadway, she was one of the founders of the American Repertory Theatre, she was active in the beginning of the Off-Broadway movement, and she wrote an assortment of articles, speeches, memoirs, and autobiographies.

This reference work provides a comprehensive record of the life and career of Betty Grable. The volume concludes with a list of Grable memorabilia, a section of miscellaneous information, and an annotated bibliography of books and articles containing extensive or unique material about Grable and her career.

British-born David Niven began his acting career in 1935, appearing in movie classics that have stood the test of time. Other portions of the book offer information on material written by Niven, his various awards, and an annotated bibliography of works about him.

Joseph Papp's productions are thoroughly documented, with credits, runs, synopses, and review commentrary, in this reference guide, which also includes a chronology of Papp's life and career, a biographical sketch, and annotated bibliography of works by and about this American theatre giant.

Bing Crosby recorded nearly 2,000 songs, appeared in more than 100 films, starred in radio shows for nearly 30 years, and remained a hit on television for 25 years.

The book includes a filmography and discography, as well as comprehensive lists of Miss Sothern's stage, radio, and television appearances. Ann Sothern: A Bio-Bibliography is the first full-length examination of Miss Sothern's life and career.

The never before published Civil Aeronautics Board investigative report of the airplane crash in which she died, fifteen previously unpublished photographs, and detailed examination of many articles, biographies, and film history books that deal with some aspect of her life and/or career make this bio-bibliography an excellent resource.

This is the most comprehensive study to date of the work of Milos Forman, best known for his Academy Award winning direction of One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest (1975) and Amadeus (1984).

This bio-bibliography provides an overview of the life and career of this superstar, and, unlike other biographies, it gives as much weight to Grant the star as it does to Grant the private person. The book contains several sections that highlight individual aspects of Grant's life and career.

James Mason broke into British films in 1935 after a few years working on the stage. He worked steadily in the years that followed, appearing in nearly 50 feature films from 1963 until his death in 1984.

Though starring in only some twenty films and two engagements on Broadway, Audrey Hepburn earned her reputation through the quality of her work rather than the quantity of her performances.

A reference guide to Richard Burton's international career, including his performances in 28 professional stage productions, 60 films and many performances for television, radio and recordings. Included are details of his seven Academy Award nominations and his life off-stage with Elizabeth Taylor.

A directory to the life and career of the entertainer Gordon MacRae, tracing his rise from child performer to award-winning star. A biography is followed by sections on each of his media credits, listing his achievements in film, records, theatre, television, nightclubs and radio.

This reference work on the life and career of Jones, who was married to David O. Selznick, is divided into seven parts: a biography, a chronology, a filmography, a guide to her work in radio, television and theatre, a list of awards and nominations, a bibliography and obituaries.

People today remember Jayne Mansfield as a famous Hollywood movie star. Through her constant exposure in the press, she gave the public the false impression that she was a major movie star. This book charts the captivating life and career of Jayne Mansfield.

Miss Faris provides a detailed record of Ginger Roger's life and career, painting a picture of her as one of the most versatile performers in the United States. The volume begins with a short biography of Ginger Rogers, along with a succinct chronology of the major events in her life and career.

Rock Hudson rose to stardom as the virile hero of adventure films, and he then gained a flurry of female fans by starring in melodramas, like Magnificent Obsession. He also had a successful stage and television career. This book charts Rock Hudson's rise as a celebrity until his death from AIDS.

One of the most enchanting figures of the silver screen, Ronald Colman appeared in such classic films as Beau Geste, The Prisoner of Zenda, Lost Horizon, and A Tale of Two Cities.

This study of the career of Robert Wise, the director of such classic films as "The Day the Earth Stood Still", "West Side Story" and "The Sound of Music" combines cast and crew credits, critical responses, awards and nominations, production notes and comments from the director himself.

A detailed and annotated study of Widmark's life and career in radio, stage, television and film. He established himself as a durable leading man in over 60 full-length films of various genres, though never quite achieving the top flight of stardom.

George Sidney directed a number of popular Hollywood films, such as Anchors Aweigh, Show Boat, Kiss Me Kate, and Bye Bye Birdie. But despite the popularity of his films, Sidney has been a largely unheralded figure in film history.

His innovations as a choreographer, dance director, and creator of musical sequences forever changed the presentation of dance on film.

The bio-bibliography of one of America's most loved actors, spanning six decades of his career. Following a biographical section, it features listings of his credits for stage, screen, radio and television, as well as his own writings.

This book provides full production information, plot synopses, review excerpts, and critical commentary for Dean's roles in Fixed Bayonets (1951), Sailor Beware (1951), Has Anybody Seen My Gal? (1952), East of Eden (1955), Rebel Without a Cause (1955), and Giant (1956).

This book tells the story of her fascinating career and provides full information for her many performances. A short biography of Fontaine begins the book and overviews the rivalry between Fontaine and her sister, her disappointing marriages, her illnesses, and her productive and rewarding career as an entertainer.

Appearing in about 60 films and dozens of stage and radio productions, John Barrymore (1882-1942) was arguably the most idolized performing arts figure of his generation.

Film and theatre director Tony Richardson's death in 1991, the publication of his memoirs in 1993, and the posthumous release of his final movie, Blue Sky in 1994 have resulted in the beginning of a critical reevaluation of Richardson's career.

Howard Keel rose from a childhood of poverty to become one of Hollywood's greatest musical stars. His role in the television series Dallas (1981-1991) brought him additional television and film appearances, sold-out European concerts, and a first-time recording career.