Broadway Poster Art (1945-1969)

Fans of the theatre will be thrilled to discover the original posters for hundreds of Broadway’s biggest and most beloved hits, including My Fair Lady, The Fantasticks, Hello, Dolly!, Fiddler on the Roof, Death of a Salesman, A Raisin in the Sun, and A Streetcar Named Desire—plus rare and striking designs that tried in vain to sell some of the era’s epic flops. In addition to being an important resource, this book is a fun read thanks to the inclusion of previously untold stories of the men and women behind the shows and the art. Featuring

• a treasure trove of masterpieces by the theatreʼs best illustrators, designers, photographers, and graphic artists, including Charles Addams, Peter Arno, Saul Bass, Eileen Darby, Whitney Darrow Jr., Hap Hadley, Al Hirschfeld, and David Klein;
• never-before-seen artist progressions from conception to completion, as well as alternate and rejected designs;
• facts and legends about the productions;
• a look at how the posters were used around the city;
• rare images—many one of a kind—sourced from private collections, archives, and libraries nationwide; and
• an index of artists and shows.

The deepest dive ever into this colorful corner of American show business, this opus boasts an appeal that goes far beyond just poster fans. Broadway Poster Art: 1945–1969 is a must-have for anyone with a love of the performing arts, graphic design, entertainment history, and Broadway’s golden age.

This book title, Broadway Poster Art (1945-1969), ISBN: 9780764367519, by Nicholas van Hoogstraten, published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. (October 28, 2024) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.

Unlike Amazon and other retailers who may also offer Broadway Poster Art (1945-1969) books on their website, we specialize in large quantities and provide personal service, from trusted, experienced, friendly people in Portland, Oregon. We offer a Price Match Guarantee, and QuickQuote form, to make purchasing quick and easy.

Prefer to work with a human being when you order Broadway Poster Art (1945-1969) books in bulk? Our Book Specialists are standing by Monday-Friday 8-5 PST, ready to help!