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Historical Theater Programs Collection (MS-87)

 Collection
Identifier: MS-87

Scope and Contents

A miscellaneous collection of theater programs from several American cities, including Dayton and Cincinnati.

Dates

  • Creation: 1907-1988

Extent

6.3 linear feet (15 Hollinger boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

The collection is arranged alphabetically according to type of entertainment, then alphabetically by event/show title. It is arranged in 9 series:

  1. Series 1: Plays and Musicals
  2. Series 2: Animal Shows & Races
  3. Series 3: Concerts
  4. Series 4: Dance (Ice Follies, Ballet, etc.)
  5. Series 5: Inaugurations and Coronations
  6. Series 6: Miscellaneous
  7. Series 7: Opera
  8. Series 8: Organ and Piano Recitals
  9. Series 9: Vaudeville and Similar Entertainment
Title
Guide to the Historical Theater Programs Collection (MS-87)
Status
Completed
Date
2021 Sept 21
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

Contact:
Wright State University Libraries
Special Collections and Archives
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton OH 45435-0001 USA
937-775-2092