FROM THE PUBLISHER

The magical blend of music, lyrics, dance, and dynamic performances have thrilled theatergoers for centuries. The twentieth century alone gave birth to scores of musicals-from Anything Goes in the 1930s and South Pacific in mid-century, to 1979's critically acclaimed Sweeney Todd, and the more recent Victor, Victoria (1995). Tom Tierney captures the color and excitement of this lively art form in a paper doll collection that pays tribute to the memorable roles performed by seven great ladies of Broadway. Featured are Ethel Merman in a costume from Annie Get Your Gun; Carol Channing, dressed for her performance in Hello, Dolly!; Pearl Bailey in the African-American production of the same musical; and Angela Lansbury in her Tony award-winning performance in Mame. Also portrayed are Gwen Verdon as the unforgettable Lola from Damn Yankees; Julie Andrews in the huge hit, My Fair Lady; and Mary Martin as the difinitive Peter Pan. A collection combining Broadway and fashion history, this treasure trove of stunning costumes will delight students of fashion design, theatre buffs, and paper doll fans of all age.