Theater--Study and teaching
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Records of the Children's Theatre of Evanston
Collection
Identifier: 55/19
Abstract
The records of the Children's Theatre of Evanston (Illinois) date from 1925 to 1986, with the bulk of the records falling between 1957 and 1986. The records are concerned with administration, education, fundraising, and production. They document the Theatre's changing relationships with Northwestern University and School District 65; the practice of Winifred Ward's drama education theory at public schools in Evanston; and Theatre performances between 1925 and 1986.
Dates:
1925-1986
Winifred Ward (1884-1975) Papers
Collection
Identifier: 20/8
Abstract
Winifred Louise Ward began her studies as an undergraduate student at Northwestern University's Cumnock School of Oratory. After two years of directing plays and declamation contests, and teaching grade school she attended the University of Chicago. She received her Ph.D. in education in 1918. Soon after, Ward was asked to teach at Northwestern University's School of Oratory and that year began as an instructor and assistant professor, a career which was to last until her retirement in 1950....
Dates:
1917-1978