Shaw Memorial, 1978, undated
Scope and Contents note
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: 1978, undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Freedman, Samuel N. (collector) (Collector, Person)
- From the Collection: Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950 (Person)
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
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
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