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Play programs, 1897 - 1996

 File — Multiple Containers

Scope and Contents note

From the Series:

Contains materials related to Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries, as well as to events and tributes to him after his death. The majority of this series consists of programs for productions of his plays, as well as a few plays written about him, and two scrapbooks of theatre materials for plays by both Shaw and his contemporaries. Events and exhibits about Shaw include the annual Shaw Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada. Images of Shaw are made up of original illustrations, a caricature, and published images. Of note is an illustration by Art Young, who was known for his socialist cartoons, titled "Frank Harris and Others," which includes Shaw.

Dates

  • Creation: 1897 - 1996

Creator

Access Note

Collection is open for research. One audio cassette has been digitally copied; all original media was retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.

Full Extent

From the Series: 7.0 Linear Feet (9 containers)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English