[For the 1944 season] Raymond Burr was the leading man. He had extensive theatrical experience before making his debut at Elitch. He made his New York debut in the musical Crazy With the Heat in 1941. He appeared with Marlene Dietrich, Martha Raye and other leading stars in over 300 camp shows for the men in the armed forces. He is best remembered for his television role as Perry Mason that would come later in his career.
[Borrillo, Theodore A., (2012). Denver’s historic Elitch Theatre : a nostalgic journey (a history of its times). pp. 204.]
Seasons at the Theatre
- 1944
Elitch Theatre Productions/Roles:
Notable Roles, Awards, and Other Work:
Elitch Theatre Connections:
- Countless Connections between Raymond Burr and other Elitch Theatre Alums — through the Perry Mason series. Guest stars include:
- Constance Towers (5 episodes)
- Mala Powers (5 episodes)
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