In April 1963, a Broadway musical entitled Sophie opened with Libi Staiger in the title role, based on Sophie’s early life until 1922. It closed after eight performances.
“Alexander’s Ragtime Band is the real father of all ragtime, all jazz, all swing, and everything that is best in my collection of songs.” – Richard L. Simon
Program for the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, directed by Leonide Massine. Presented by Sol Hurok, at the Metropolitan Opera House. Portrait of Leonide Massine, artistic directory of Ballet Russe, on front cover.