1974 Press Photo Harve Presnell Gaylord Ravenal Show Boat - RSC74225

This is an original press photo. Harve Presnell stars as Gaylord Ravenal in "Show Boat" opening at the Arie Crown Music Theatre at McCormick Place.

Harve Presnell (September 14, 1933 - June 30, 2009) was an American actor and singer. He began his career in the mid 1950s as a classical baritone, singing with orchestras and opera companies throughout the United States. His career reoriented away from classical music to musical theatre in 1960 after Meredith Willson cast him in the lead role of his new Broadway musical The Unsinkable Molly Brown. His portrayal of "Leadville Johnny" was a resounding success and he reprised the role in the 1964 film version of the musical, winning a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal.Photo measures 8 x 10inches. Photo is dated 4-4-1974.