Central Michigan University. Theatre Department Scrapbooks, 1939, 1972

Summary

Creator:

Central Michigan University. Theatre Dept.

Abstract:

The collection includes Central Michigan University Theatre Department Scrapbooks, 1939, 1972.

Extent:

2 cubic feet (in 2 boxes)

Language:

English

Authors:

Collection processed and finding aid created by B. Misky, E. Brilinski, M. Matyn

Background

Scope and Content:

This collection includes scrapbooks documenting the academic years of the Theatre Department, 1939/1940-1965/1966 and 1970/1971-1972. Materials include production programs, music, photographs, newspaper clippings, and some correspondence.

Materials were removed from rotting, plastic binders, duplicates were sorted out, and miscellaneous materials removed. Remaining materials were filed into acid-free folders. Due to the overall high acidic content of the materials, nothing was photocopied.

Researchers should also check CMU. Theatre Department photographs, which are part of the CMU. Photographs Collection.

Biographical / Historical:

Organizational History:

The Central Michigan University (CMU) Theatre Department has existed as a separate entity since 1939 when it separated from the Department of Speech and Dramatic Arts. It continues to exist today. Over the years, the Department has produced and cast a large number of productions of various types.

Acquisition Information:

No Acc#

Arrangement:

The collection is organized chronologically.

Subjects

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Subjects:

College and school drama.
Theater--History--20th century--Michigan--Mount Pleasant.
Drama--History--20th century--Michigan--Mount Pleasant.

Names:

Central Michigan University. Theatre Dept.

Places:

Mount Pleasant (Mich.)--History.