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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated Thursday, November 23, 1950. The clipping is mounted on a piece of cardstock with a “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” label at the top, indicating it was professionally preserved or archived. The label includes the address “120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.” and a postmark dated “NOV 23 1950,” alongside a handwritten notation “128 F.”
The headline of the article reads:
“Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow”
Beneath the headline is a large, grainy halftone photograph of a theatrical stage set. This image is captioned:
“THE FUNERAL OF OPHELIA”
and is identified as “One of the settings for ‘Hamlet,’ by Lee Simonson, lent by The Century Lighting Co., Inc., of New York, to the exhibition, ‘Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre’ at the Fogg Art Museum, by whose courtesy it is reproduced.”
The article announces that Elliot Norton, the Boston Post’s drama critic, will give a free public lecture at 4 o'clock tomorrow (Friday, November 24, 1950) in the large lecture hall of the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge. The lecture topic is “The Theatre Today.” This talk is presented as the final installment in a series of three associated with the exhibition “Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre.”
The exhibition itself was arranged by the museum in cooperation with the Harvard Theatre Collection and featured the work of three designers: Robert E. Jones, Donald Oenslager, and Lee Simonson — all Harvard graduates (’10, ’23, and ’03 respectively). The article highlights Lee Simonson, noting his design for “Hamlet,” particularly “The Funeral of Ophelia,” as a notable piece due to its dramatic contrast of Ophelia’s black garb against the bright set. It also mentions Simonson’s role as principal stage designer for the Theatre Guild and his early association with the Harvard Dramatic Club, citing his notable set designs for “Heartbreak House” and “Back to Methuselah.”
The clipping is a tangible artifact of mid-century American arts journalism and cultural institutions, capturing a moment of public engagement with theatrical design at the nexus of academia (Harvard), museums (Fogg Art Museum), and the press (Boston Post). The aged paper, typographic style, and archival label contribute to its historical character.
The image is a news clipping from the Boston Post dated November 23, 1950. The headline reads, "Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow." Below the headline is a photograph titled "THE FUNERAL OF OPHELIA," which is described as one of the settings for "Hamlet" by Lee Simonson. The settings are part of an exhibition called "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre," which is being held at the Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about the exhibition and mentions that the settings are courtesy of The Century Lighting Co., Inc., of New York. The article also provides information about the speaker, Elliot Norton, a Post drama critic, who will give a free public lecture on "The Theatre Today" in connection with the exhibition. Additionally, the article highlights the collaboration between the Fogg Art Museum and the Harvard Theatre Collection and mentions the trio of designers involved in the exhibition: Robert E. Jones, Donald Oenslager, and Lee Simonson.
This image is a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated Thursday, November 23, 1950. The article announces that Elliot Norton, the drama critic for the Boston Post, will give a free public lecture the next day at 4 o'clock in the large lecture hall at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge on "The Theatre Today."
The article mentions that this lecture is part of a series of three talks connected with an exhibition titled "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre," which is organized by the museum in collaboration with the Harvard Theatre Collection and will run through Saturday. The featured designers are Robert E. Jones, Donald Oenslager, and Lee Simonson.
A photograph accompanying the article shows a set design for "The Funeral of Ophelia" from the play "Hamlet," created by Lee Simonson. The caption notes that the design is lent by The Century Lighting Co., Inc., of New York, and it highlights the stark contrast between Hamlet's black garb and the brightness surrounding him.
Lee Simonson is described as a principal stage designer for the Theatre Guild and a founder of both the Theatre Guild and the Harvard Dramatic Club. The article also mentions two notable plays for which he designed sets: "Heartbreak House" and "Back to Methuselah" by George Bernard Shaw.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with the heading "Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow." The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the text "Boston News Clip" and the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass." The clipping has a black-and-white image of a building and a group of people in front of it. The clipping also includes a brief description of the event and the names of the speakers.
This image is a clipping from the Boston Post newspaper dated November 23, 1950. It features an article about an upcoming lecture by Elliot Norton, a drama critic for the Boston Post, at the Fogg Art Museum. The article announces that Norton will speak about the exhibition "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre," which includes stage designs for Shakespeare's "Hamlet" by Lee Simonson. The clipping also includes a black-and-white photo of the exhibition's setting, "The Funeral of Ophelia," designed by Simonson. The article provides background information on Simonson and his notable works, highlighting his role as one of the founders of the Harvard Dramatic Club and his contributions to the Harvard Theatre Collection.
The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated Thursday, November 23, 1950. The headline prominently reads: "Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow."
The clipping captures a cultural event from the early 1950s, focusing on the intersection of theatre design, art, and education. It highlights the contributions of notable designers like Lee Simonson and the role of institutions such as the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard in promoting theatrical arts. The inclusion of a photograph of a dramatic stage setting adds a visual element that underscores the artistic and historical significance of the exhibition.
This image displays a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip," dated November 23, 1950. The article is from the "Boston Post" and has a headline that reads, "Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow." Below the headline is a black and white reproduction of a scene titled "THE FUNERAL OF OPHELIA." This appears to be a visual element relating to an art or theater production.
The caption under the image provides additional context; it describes "THE FUNERAL OF OPHELIA" as one of the settings for "Hamlet," created by Lee Simonson for The Century Lighting Co., Inc., of New York, and notes that the art piece is part of an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
The article details that Elliot Norton, a drama critic, is scheduled to deliver a public lecture tomorrow afternoon at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, on "Theatre Today." It also mentions that this will be the last in a series of three talks given in connection with the exhibition, "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre," co-arranged with the Harvard Theatre Collection.
Information about Lee Simonson's design for "The Funeral of Ophelia" as well as his work as an important stage designer and one of the founders of the Harvard Dramatic Club is provided. The article highlights some of Simonson's well-known stage designs. There is also a mention of a special interest in the "Heartbreak House" and "Back to Methuselah" by George Bernard Shaw.
The top left corner of the clipping shows the address of the Boston News Clip agency and a stamp that features a date and location. There are signs of wear and aging on the paper, indicating the document's historical nature.
This image showcases a vintage newspaper clipping from The Boston Post dated Thursday, November 23, 1950. It features a headline announcing a drama critic's scheduled lecture at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge the following day. The clipping includes an image titled "The Funeral of Ophelia", which depicts one of the settings for Hamlet designed by Lee Simonson. The image in the article features a theatrical, atmospheric scene with a barren tree, a bridge, and a church structure in the background.
The article highlights the drama critic, Elliot Norton, who was to speak on "The Theatre Today." The lecture was part of a series in conjunction with the "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre" exhibit. Other contributors to the exhibit include artists Robert E. Jones, Donald Oenslager, and Lee Simonson. Information about Simonson's design and career, as well as his past accomplishments, is also featured in the text.
The clipping carries an additional label at the top-left, marked "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with the street address 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass., and the handwritten timestamp Nov 23, 1950.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Post, dated Thursday, November 23, 1950, along with a smaller clipping from Boston News Clip dated November 23, 1950. The headline of the main article reads: "Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow."
Below the headline, there is a black and white image titled "THE FUNERAL OF OPHELIA." It shows a theatrical stage setting for the play "Hamlet," designed by Lee Simonson and lent by The Century Lighting Co., Inc., of New York to an exhibition called "Three Designers for the Contemporary Theatre" at the Fogg Art Museum.
The article announces that Elliot Norton, the Post drama critic, will give a free public lecture the next day at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge. The lecture is titled "The Theatre Today" and is the last in a series of three talks connected with the exhibition. The exhibition features the works of three designers: Robert E. Jones, Donald Oenslager, and Lee Simonson.
The article provides background on Mr. Norton, mentioning he is a Harvard graduate with a special interest in theatre settings and costumes of the twentieth century. It highlights Lee Simonson's design for "The Funeral of Ophelia," which contrasts Hamlet's black garb with a bright setting, and notes Simonson's reputation as a principal stage designer for the Theatre Guild and as a founder of the Harvard Dramatic Club. It also mentions some of Simonson's recognized work for plays such as "Heartbreak House" and "Back to Methuselah" by George Bernard Shaw.
This is a mounted collage of vintage newspaper clippings. The main piece is a large clipping from the Boston Post with the bold headline: “Post Drama Critic Will Speak at Fogg Art Museum Tomorrow.” Beneath the headline is a black‑and‑white photo of an outdoor sculpture or exhibit titled “The Funeral of Ophelia,” showing a tall, narrow monument and a few people in front of it. The article text below discusses Elliot Norton, a drama critic, and a lecture about theatre design by Lee Simonson, dated Thursday, November 23, 1950. A smaller clipping at the top left labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” includes an address and a stamped date (Nov 23, 1950). The overall look is aged newsprint with a slightly yellowed, vintage appearance.