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Discusses collapse of Sher-Hartford deal, Ricketson deal, and includes copy of the "expose" sent to Betty Bean; discusses with Betty Bean the collapse of the Ricketson deal, possible premier of the opera at USC in 1951, and financial arrangements for that premier.

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Discusses copy of letter to [Erich] Leinsdorf, Ricketson letter, Rochester, and USC.

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Discusses break down of USC performance planning; contract issues with Boosey & Hawkes regarding the completion of the opera, the world premier, and his creation of the "tradition" of his work; and his willingness to sacrifice some financial gain for more control over a potential production.

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Discusses problems with Boosey & Hawkes and Covent Garden premier against his wishes, Venice festival, and expresses appreciation for Weissberger's help.

Scope and Content Letter to Weissberger that discusses the enclosed correspondence with Kirstein: Kirstein discusses possibility of new backer, possible costs for New York production, ways to save money by using Venice cast in New York, and asks how much Stravinsky would need in financial compensation for conducting? Stravinsky's reply discusses difficulties in using Venice cast, quotes a price for his conducting services. Stravinsky's letter to Weissberger expresses confusion regarding subsequent...

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Discusses meeting potential backers Cowles and Farrell, possibility of conducting New York premier, role of Kirstein in the production.

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Describes letter written to Dr. Roth, of Boosey & Hawkes in London (and of which he encloses a copy) regarding Betty Bean's lack of enthusaism for the New York premier at a Broadway theater.