THE MUSIC MAN (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill
Size AU Daybill Post-War (13" x 30")
THE MUSIC MAN (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Robert Preston, Shirley Jones, Buddy Hackett, directed by Morton DaCosta is in Very Fine + Condition. Movie Poster and Condition....
THE MUSIC MAN (1962) Movie Poster, Original Vintage Daybill starring Robert Preston, Shirley Jones, Buddy Hackett, directed by Morton DaCosta is in Very Fine + Condition.
Movie Poster and Condition.
Condition: This original, vintage, unrestored Australian Daybill Movie Poster presents as Very Fine+ condition, with 2 Daybill folds as issued and pin holes in each corner and minor edgewear on r hand side. This well-preserved example displays bright, vibrant colours and strong visual appeal, making it an excellent addition for collectors of classic musical film memorabilia. Australian Daybills are highly regarded for their unique size and scarcity, particularly for popular titles such as this. Although the poster artist is not credited, the artwork reflects the lively and theatrical style associated with early 1960s musical promotions, capturing the upbeat spirit and charm of the film.
Movie Synopsis
The Music Man (1962) is a beloved musical comedy adapted from the hit Broadway production, directed by Morton DaCosta and starring Robert Preston in his iconic, Tony Award-winning role. The film is widely celebrated for its memorable songs, energetic performances, and enduring appeal as one of the finest musical adaptations of its era.
Set in the small town of River City, Iowa, the story follows Harold Hill, played by Robert Preston, a fast-talking con man who poses as a boys’ band organiser. His scheme is simple: convince the townspeople to purchase musical instruments and uniforms for their children, promising to form a marching band—before skipping town with the money. However, Harold’s plans begin to unravel when he meets Marian Paroo, the town librarian and piano teacher, portrayed by Shirley Jones.
Marian is initially sceptical of Harold’s intentions, determined to expose him as a fraud. As the story unfolds, Harold finds himself unexpectedly falling in love, which challenges his cynical outlook and forces him to reconsider his actions. Meanwhile, the town itself begins to transform under the influence of music and community spirit, blurring the line between deception and genuine change.
The film features a host of memorable musical numbers, including “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” and “Till There Was You,” all of which have become classics of the genre. The supporting cast, including Buddy Hackett and Hermione Gingold, adds humour and warmth, enhancing the film’s broad appeal.
One of the standout elements of The Music Man is its faithful adaptation of the stage production, with Robert Preston reprising his original role—a rarity in Hollywood at the time. His charismatic performance anchors the film, bringing energy and authenticity to the character of Harold Hill.
Produced during the golden age of Hollywood musicals, the film exemplifies the lavish production values and storytelling style of the period. Its exploration of community, redemption, and the transformative power of music continues to resonate with audiences today.
Now regarded as a timeless classic, The Music Man (1962) remains a standout example of the musical genre. This original Australian Daybill poster is a wonderful piece of cinematic history, perfect for collectors and fans of classic musicals seeking an authentic and visually appealing display item.
To find out more about The Music Man (1962) click here to go to IMDB.com.
Special Notes.
Images may have a small 'MPA' digital watermark and this does not appear on the poster. Posters are being held by magnets in the corners to take photographs, so you may see some magnet and shadows from the magnets in these areas. The magnets are not included in the sale of the item.
Postage, Insurance & Your Country Taxes
Postage costs are quoted for this item, include insurance up to AUD$100, but if you reside outside of Australia, the price does not include any import taxes/fees that you may be required to pay when the item reaches your borders. Please check with your local authorities for any additional taxes or fees. If you would like full insurance coverage for your purchase, please message me and I would be happy to quote the additional cost (estimate is AUD$2.50 p/AUD$100 or 2.5% of the item value, up to a maximum item value of AUD$5,000).
FAQ
At Movie Posters Australia, the love and conservation of movie posters comes first, and we like to share this passion. Our commitment to quality means we will provide high quality memorabilia to our customers. Posters are carefully chosen and authenticated to ensure originality and value. We want our customers to trust MPA, so we always try to be as open and transparent as we can, provide detailed condition information and images, to ensure customers are comfortable and confident in their purchase.
While the industry does have a few condition rating standards, there is no movie poster condition rating system that has become the accepted standard world wide. This unfortunately makes condition terms vary from movie poster dealer to movie poster dealer. Terms like Mint, Near Mint, Very Fine, Fine, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor, seem to be universal to most condition rating standards, but most standards still lack definition about what and how many flaws/defects/damage defines a specific condition level. For more information on how Movie Posters Australia grades the condition of its movie posters, daybills, lobby cards and other ephemera please see out Movie Poster Condition and Grading page.
In the early days of cinema, posters were primarily hand-drawn and printed in various sizes, often tailored to fit the available space in theaters or promotional areas. In the United States, the "One Sheet" size (some times called '1 Sheet' or '1SH' approximately 27" x 41", became the standard during the 1930s. This size was manageable for theater display and suited the needs of a growing film industry.
Different countries developed their own poster sizes and styles, which also changed sometimes over the decades, and were influenced by local preferences and practical considerations, like available paper sheet sizes and how many posters could be printed on one sheet.
In Australia, the most popular size, the Daybill, has evolved over the decades. Australian Daybills sizes in chronological order are:
- Long Daybills (15" x 40"), from 1920's to pre-WW2 or pre-1941, were printed two to a sheet, longer than current Daybill versions. There were size variances in width from 14.5" to 15" and in height from 39.5" to 40".
- War Time Daybill (10" x 30"), during WW2, for a short time to conserve paper during a war time shortage, four Daybills were printed on one sheet. Information from Press Sheets also referred to these War-Time sizes as "New Size Daybills".
- Post-War Daybill (13" x 30"), this 13" x 30" Post-War size carried through until the 1980's, but also varied in size from 13"-14" x 29.75"-30.25".
- Post-80's Daybill (33cm x 66cm, or 13" x 26"), over a few years in the late 80's, the size changed again to a metric 33cm x 66cm, although these have also varied from 32-33cm x 64.5-66cm. New sizes from the late 80's were created, sometimes called a Mini Daybill or Mini Poster, in 9" x 12", 11" x 17" and 13" x 20".
In the UK, the somewhat unique 'Quad' poster, measuring 30" x 40", became popular, offering a larger landscape format that allowed for more elaborate designs.
In Japan, movie poster sizes were smaller, such as the "B2" (20" x 28"), which suited the more compact living environment of larger cities, smaller advertising spaces, and unique aesthetic sensibilities.
The 1970s and 1980s, witnessed the rise of the "six-sheet" (81" x 81") format, reflecting a trend towards larger and more visually impactful advertising.
Overall, the variation in movie poster sizes across different countries and decades highlights the interplay between technological printing advancements, paper resource availability, paper sheet size changes, cultural preferences, and the evolving nature of movie marketing.
At Movie Posters Australia we tag each poster we sell with a 'size' and 'condition' description at the very top of the page for our customers to easily see. There may however be some slight variations to sizes by up one inch due to variations in production and guillotine methods by printers over the decades.