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Angel Street Program & Playbill Featuring Gregory Peck & Laraine Day

This rare and historically precise Playbill from the Geary Theatre’s 1947 production of Angel Street—a psychological thriller by Patrick Hamilton—is a luminous relic of post-war American stagecraft. Opening Tuesday evening, October 21, with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday, this production was staged under the auspices of Shepard Traube in association with The Actors Company, a distinguished collective featuring Joseph Cotten, Mel Ferrer, Jennifer Jones, Dorothy McGuire, and Gregory Peck.

The lead roles were performed by screen and stage luminaries Laraine Day and Gregory Peck, whose pairing brought cinematic gravitas to the suspenseful drama. Supporting cast included the venerable Ernest Cossart, the seasoned Elizabeth Patterson, and rising talent Elizabeth Fraser, each contributing to the play’s chilling atmosphere and emotional depth.

Direction was helmed by Shepard Traube, whose staging emphasized the claustrophobic tension and psychological manipulation central to Hamilton’s script. Scenic and costume design were crafted by the visionary Lemuel Ayers, whose work lent period authenticity and visual intrigue to the production. Lighting design by Feder Cast further enhanced the play’s noir sensibility, casting shadows that mirrored the characters’ inner turmoil.

This Playbill is not a generalized revival or touring version—it is specific to the Geary Theatre release and verifiably tied to this unique staging. It reflects the collaborative artistry of a distinguished ensemble and creative team, capturing a moment when Broadway-caliber talent graced San Francisco’s theatrical scene. Ideal for collectors of mid-century stage ephemera, fans of Gregory Peck, and historians of American drama, this piece offers a window into a meticulously mounted production of one of the 20th century’s most enduring thrillers.

Measurements:

Blue Booklet:

Length: 12 Inches;

Width: 9 Inches;

Magazine:

Length: 13 Inches;

Width: 5 1/2 Inches;

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