Theatrical Adventures of Edward Gorey
Rare Drawings, Scripts, and Stories
by Carol Verburg
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Pub Date Oct 15 2024 | Archive Date Oct 14 2024
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Description
The definitive, deluxe art book about Edward Gorey's theater work—from the iconic and Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Dracula to the wildly creative productions to which he devoted the last decade of his life.
Edward Gorey (1925-2000) was a prodigious and original artist who published more than one hundred beloved works, including The Gashlycrumb Tinies, The Doubtful Guest, and Amphigorey, and illustrations that appeared regularly in such publications as The New Yorker and The New York Times and books by authors ranging from Charles Dickens and T.S. Eliot to John Updike and Virginia Woolf, among many others. His animated credits for the PBS Mystery! series introduced him to millions of television viewers. In addition to his intricate pen-and-ink drawings and darkly humorous storybooks, Gorey also nurtured a lifelong passion for the performing arts. This volume is the first to showcase his extensive theatrical work, including his transition from designing major productions to crafting original community theater pieces on Cape Cod.
Written by his friend and collaborator Carol Verburg, this deluxe hardcover edition is filled with annotated scripts, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and over 200 images, including archival photos and previously unpublished artwork. It unveils Gorey at work and play, drawing back the curtain on his enigmatic genius, which continues to inspire creatives and collectors today.
Available Editions
EDITION | Hardcover |
ISBN | 9781797229539 |
PRICE | $50.00 (USD) |
PAGES | 256 |
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Featured Reviews
A beautiful look into the work of Edward Gorey's theater work! This was such a fun read for fans of Edward Gorey's art and projects. As a huge fan of Dracula, getting to read about his work on the Broadway production of it was fantastic. This was a really interesting read and it chronicles a lot of Gorey's works and projects throughout his life. It's a great book for Gorey fans and any art/theater people who are interested in learning about a craftsman!
*Thanks Netgalley and Chronicle Books for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
What a joy Edward Gorey must have been to be around. I would have LOVED to see some of these absurd and delightful plays. Ever since I Read The House with Clock In Ots walls 45 years ago, I have loved the drawings that brought Luis Barnabelt to life. Each time PBS mysteries shows its opening sequence, I refuse to fast forward through it!
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC.
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