Owen Mortimer, “Research on Ira Aldridge: A Journey of Discovery in Theatre History,” 1959, 27pp., 1959
Scope and Contents
The Aldridge Collection consists of materials relating to 19th century African-American tragedian Ira Frederick Aldridge (1807-1867) and his children, mainly his daughter Amanda Christina Elizabeth Aldridge (known as Amanda Ira Aldridge, who composed under the pseudonym Montague Ring; 1866-1956). Materials related to Ira Aldridge include transcriptions of letters, honors and citations, copies of legal documents, newspaper clippings, and photographic engravings or reproductions. Amanda Ira Aldridge materials include correspondence, musical manuscripts and scores, and an autobiographical statement. This collection also contains articles about Ira Aldridge and his theatrical career by Edward Scobie (born Vivian Edward George Dalrymple) and Owen Mortimer. Additional materials on Aldridge and 19th century theatre which were received include a portrait of Aldridge in the role of Mungo and a bust by Pietro Calvi (1833-1844): "Bust of Othello: the Moor of Venice."
Dates
- 1959
Creator
- From the Collection: Scobie, Edward (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on use of the materials in the department for research; all patrons must comply with federal copyright regulations.
Extent
From the Collection: 8 Linear Feet (6 boxes, 1 half-file box, 1 oversize flat box, 1 oversize folder)
Library Details
Part of the Charles Deering McCormick Library of Special Collections Repository
Deering Library, Level 3
1970 Campus Drive
Evanston IL 60208-2300 US
847-491-3635
specialcollections@northwestern.edu