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Bud Beyer (1940-) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/70
Abstract
The Papers of Bud Beyer, NU alumnus and long-time (1972-2008) faculty member at NU's School of Communication, include biographical files, teaching materials, professional activities, and shows. The bulk of the collection consists of notes, scripts and clippings from Beyer's work as a mime instructor and from theatrical productions he directed.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
James F. Coakley Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/78
Abstract
Theatre faculty member James F. Coakley joined Northwestern University as Assistant Professor of Theatre in 1971. The James F. Coakley Papers, spanning the years from 1960 through 1993, comprise three boxes and are arranged in seven sub-series: biographical materials, education, scripts, publications, research, correspondence, and scrapbooks.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Edward J. Crowley (1906-1984) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/47
Abstract
Crowley joined the faculty of Northwestern University as an Instructor in Dramatic Production in September 1949. In 1951, he began teaching Contemporary Theatre, and initiated the concept of organizing theatre parties for groups of students who received tickets at a reduced group rate. The Edward Joseph Crowley Papers are arranged in one and one-half boxes. They span the period 1933-1966. The Papers are organized into seven subseries: biographical materials, correspondence, radio scripts,...
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
David A. Downs (1946- ) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/69
Abstract
Downs most significant contributions to the field of theatre were in his role as an acting teacher and director, both roles he played at Northwestern University from 1973 – 2007. The David Downs papers are arranged in thirty-nine boxes and span the years from1946 to 2003. They are organized into five main subseries: biographical materials, correspondence, Northwestern University, publications and professional work, and oversize materials.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Virgil C. Johnson Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/76
Abstract
Papers of costume designer Virgil Johnon, Northwestern alumnus and faculty member in the School of Communication (1969-2007) include biographical and teaching files as well as costume and stage sketches and production material.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
School of Speech Theatre Department Department Files
Collection
Identifier: 20/21
Abstract
This series is comprised of the administrative records of the Theatre Department of the School of Speech. The series, mainly comprised of departmental correspondence and a few subject files, spans the years from 1950 through 1977.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Theatre and Drama Ph.D Records
Collection
Identifier: 20/51
Abstract
Late in 1983, Linda Walsh Jenkins, Associate Professor of Theatre, proposed an expansion of the current Ph.D program in Theatre to one in Theatre and Drama. This was approved in 1984 and an Executive Committee, Core Faculty and Faculty Associates were established. Critera for admission of students were developed. The Records of the Ph.D in Theatre and Drama program span the period 1983 - 1988 and fill one and one half boxes. The records are arranged in seven categories: correspondence,...
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Theatre Department Scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: 20/64
Abstract
The 33 Theatre Department Scrapbooks in this series fill 16 archival boxes and document the production history of the University Theatre, from 1928 through 1998. The scrapbooks are arranged roughly in chronological order. In general, the scrapbooks contain press clippings, advertisements, photographs, and production programs (including cast, technical and artistic staff lists) from University Theater season productions. Also included are press clippings and articles concerning Theater...
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Theatre Department Student Records
Collection
Identifier: 20/55
Abstract
These records, from the period 1965-1975, include academic records, student teaching records and evaluations, notes on advisor-student meetings, qualifying exams, proposals for theses, student lesson plans and bibliographies, and correspondence. Most of the students were working towards master's or doctoral degrees. Most of the material relates to students directed by Professor Barbara M. McIntyre, although some involves Professor Anne H. Thurman.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Anne H. Thurman (1919-) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/44
Abstract
The Anne H. Thurman taught in the Evanston, Illinois public schools. She served on the faculty of New Trier High School in Winnetka, Illinois. Thurman took an active and varied role over many years in the promotion of drama in Evanston schools and in the Children's Theatre of Evanston. Thurman lectured part-time at Northwestern in 1968–1969 and joined the regular faculty in 1971 as an associate professor of dramatic production. She attained the rank of professor in 1975. The Anne H. Thurman...
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
University Theatre Prompt Books
Collection
Identifier: 20/7
Abstract
The prompt books for theatrical productions of Northwestern University's School of Speech include scripts for University Theatre productions, annotated for use by the prompter, along with sketches of the staging and other notes. Bound prompt books include most of the productions from number 50 (1933) through number 320 (1957).
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
Walter Bernard Scott (1906-1980) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/29
Abstract
Teacher, critic, and parodist Walter B. Scott taught Dramatic Literature in Northwestern's School of Speech (now School of Communication) from 1939-1976. His Papers document his life, teaching career, and writings. A highlight of the collection is Scott's engagement with a vibrant group of colleagues.
Found in:
Northwestern University Archives
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