Noel Coward - (Bio-Bibliographies in the Performing Arts) Annotated by Stephen Cole (Hardcover)

About the Book

This volume provides a detailed record of the life and career of Noel Coward. The book begins with a short biography and a chronology that highlights the most important events in Coward's career. Detailed entries for Coward's many performances follow, with entries grouped in chapters on drama, film, radio, and television, as well as a discography. Entries include a list of cast members, a synopsis of the plot of the production, excerpts from reviews, and critical comments. The book also lists Coward's awards and honors, and it concludes with a detailed, annotated bibliography.

Book Synopsis

This volume provides a detailed record of the life and career of Noel Coward. The book begins with a short biography and a chronology that highlights the most important events in Coward's career. Detailed entries for Coward's many performances follow, with entries grouped in chapters on drama, film, radio, and television, as well as a discography. Entries include a list of cast members, a synopsis of the plot of the production, excerpts from reviews, and critical comments. The book also lists Coward's awards and honors, and it concludes with a detailed, annotated bibliography.

Review Quotes

.,."Cole, a former actor, lovingly chronicles the full range of Sir Noel's career, from his first school performance to his final tributes, which makes this as much a production log as a secondary bibliography. Cole's breadth makes this an essential purchase for all theater collections."-Choice

?...Cole, a former actor, lovingly chronicles the full range of Sir Noel's career, from his first school performance to his final tributes, which makes this as much a production log as a secondary bibliography. Cole's breadth makes this an essential purchase for all theater collections.?-Choice

..."Cole, a former actor, lovingly chronicles the full range of Sir Noel's career, from his first school performance to his final tributes, which makes this as much a production log as a secondary bibliography. Cole's breadth makes this an essential purchase for all theater collections."-Choice

About the Author

STEPHEN COLE is a former actor with many regional and film credits./He has written the lyrics for several musicals, and has worked as a press agent and production assistant for several Broadway shows. He is currently affiliated with the Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization.