Thursday, April 19, 2007

Kitty Carlisle Hart: 1910-2007

A tip of the hat to Kitty Carlisle, who I got to meet while performing in a revival of her husband's "The American Way" at the Barn Theatre in Montville in 1976 (Womens Theatre Company artistic director Barbara Krajkowski was also part of that show). She was very sweet, giving us a backstage pep talk on opening night, and then went about her business of promoting the arts in New York, New Jersey and the nation.

I know some people remember her more as a "To Tell the Truth" talking head and something of a relic, but she was a pretty cool gal, and a genuine talent, so let's hope she and Moss are together again and front row for the next opening.

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