Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typescript letter, regarding Weissberger's on-going negotiations with Irene Selznick, primarily their dispute concerning the payment of Beaton's living expenses while working on "The Chalk Garden" and the cost of hiring an assistant.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, concerning the approval of contracts in accordance with the Union, and Weissberger's lack of information from Irene Selznick, although he has been in contact with her manager, Irving Schneider. Weissberger encloses copies for Beaton of the letters he has sent to Rudy Karnolt and Oscar Olsen, also concerning the matter of Beaton's contract.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, regarding the royalties to be paid to Beaton in return for the use of his set and costume designs in the Broadway production of "Quadrille". Weissberger notes that he has received no further note from Irene.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Letter to Rudy Karnolt [United Scenic Artists]
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter from Weissberger, with a query regarding the royalties to be paid to Beaton in return for the use of his set and costume designs in a new Broadway production of "Quadrille".
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter from Arnold Weissberger, regarding the length of Beaton's stay in America, and a request that his best wishes be passed on to Beaton's mother, who is unwell.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, regarding communication between Jennifer Jones and Beaton.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Two letters to Beaton from Arnold Weissberger, requesting Beaton's signature on the contract for his work on "Portrait of a Lady". Weissberger also writes that the director for "Portrait" is Jose Quintero and that, although none of the major casting has been done, he understands that they are trying to cast Cathleen Nesbitt as the Countess Gemini.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Letter to Beaton from Arnold Weissberger
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
Typewritten letter, in which Weissberger confirms that he has consummated the contract for "Portrait of a Lady", and outlines the financial details queried by Austin & Noyes in connection with "The Chalk Garden". Weissberger concludes that in addition to the monetary reward, Beaton will benefit from his prominent association with both productions in terms of his reputation.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Letter to Oscar Olsen from Arnold Weissberger
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
A letter to Oscar Olsen, c/o Austin & Noyes, from Arnold Weissberger. Concerns Beaton's contract as Costume Designer for "Portrait of a Lady".
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer
Letter to Irving Schneider from Arnold Weissberger
Part of Papers of Sir Cecil Beaton
A typewritten letter to Irving Schneider, c/o Irene Selznick, from Arnold Weissberger. Duplicate copy. Concerns Beaton's contract as Costume and Scene Designer for "The Chalk Garden", and a supplement letter-agreement for Beaton's services as a photographer.
Weissberger, L Arnold (1907-1981) entertainment lawyer and photographer