Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune

Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune, a 2002 Broadway revival of Terrence McNally’s romantic comedy about a fiercely guarded waitress and a passionately romantic short-order cook on a first date turned one-night stand. The New Yorker published this illustration in its September 9, 2002 issue to highlight the play’s recent opening and ongoing performances at the Belasco Theatre.

Ink, watercolor, and colored pencil on 11.25” x 6.25” Arches 140 lb. cold-pressed watercolor paper. The foot of the piece contains handwritten references to the play and the date on which Marcellus completed the illustration. The reverse side contains additional handwritten notes, Marcellus’s signature stamp, and the date of publication of the piece. Excellent condition.