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Original 20th Century-Fox Poster – Mother Wore Tights (1947 Musical)

This rare and authentic studio-issued poster from the 1947 Technicolor musical Mother Wore Tights, produced by 20th Century-Fox, is a radiant artifact of postwar American cinema. Directed by Walter Lang and produced by Lamar Trotti, the film premiered on August 20, 1947, and quickly became a box office triumph, earning an Academy Award for Best Original Song and cementing its place in Hollywood’s golden age.

The film stars the incomparable Betty Grable as Myrtle McKinley, a vaudeville star whose journey through motherhood and showbiz is both heartwarming and glamorous. Opposite her is Dan Dailey as Frank Burt, her devoted husband and stage partner. Their on-screen daughters are played by Mona Freeman (Iris Burt) and Connie Marshall (Mikie Burt), with supporting performances by Sara Allgood, Robert Arthur, William Frawley, Selena Royle, and Charles Lane, each contributing to the film’s nostalgic charm.

Musical highlights include the Oscar-winning “You Do,” with lyrics by Mack Gordon and music by Josef Myrow, alongside “There’s Nothing Like a Song,” “This Is My Favorite City,” “Kokomo, Indiana,” and “Alma Mater.” These songs were published by Bregman, Vocco, and Conn, Inc., whose imprint appears on the poster, affirming its provenance and musical pedigree.

Behind the scenes, the film’s choreography was shaped by Jack Cole, whose stylized movement added theatrical flair to the vaudeville sequences. Costume design by Renie brought period elegance to the screen, while cinematography by Harry Jackson and art direction by Lyle Wheeler and Maurice Ransford created a vivid Technicolor world. The film’s score was orchestrated by Alfred Newman, with editing by Barbara McLean, and sound recording by E. Clayton Ward and Roger Heman Sr.

This poster, printed in lush Technicolor tones and featuring a central image of Betty Grable in full vaudeville regalia, captures the essence of the film’s blend of sentimentality and showbiz sparkle. It is not a reproduction, but a genuine promotional piece from the original release—ideal for collectors of Golden Age Hollywood memorabilia, musical film enthusiasts, and admirers of Betty Grable’s enduring legacy.

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