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Dearest Enemy

Song: "Here in My Arms"

Performer: Helen Ford

Show: Dearest Enemy

Tryout: 20 July 1925 (Colonial, Akron), 7 September 1925 (Ford's, Baltimore)

Opening: 18 September 1925 (Knickerbocker)

Lyrics: Lorenz Hart

Music: Richard Rodgers

Cover Artist: Unsigned

Publisher: Harms

 

Troy, New York–born musical prodigy Helen Ford (1894–1982) first appeared in the trades in a 22-minute novelty playlet at the Harlem Opera House called “The Heart of Annie Wood” in October 1918. She went on to appear in numerous Broadway shows (including three Rodgers and Hart musicals). She later became an often seen supporting actress in films and television.

 

The dependable Charles Purcell (1885–1962) was seen frequently on Broadway from 1908 until 1947. He appeared in a single film and an episode of “Broadway Television Theatre” (1952).

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Uploaded on March 28, 2015