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University of Washington theaters photograph collection, 1890-1950

Overview of the Collection

Title
University of Washington theaters photograph collection
Dates
1890-1950 (inclusive)
1930-1950 (bulk)
Quantity
2376 photographic prints (13 boxes)
7 nitrate negatives
Collection Number
PH0236
Summary
Photographs documenting University of Washington theater activities from 1890 to 1950
Repository
University of Washington Libraries, Special Collections
Special Collections
University of Washington Libraries
Box 352900
Seattle, WA
98195-2900
Telephone: 2065431929
Fax: 2065431931
speccoll@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

The collection is open to the public.

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Languages
English
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Content Description

Collection of photographs documenting University of Washington theater activities from 1890 to 1950. Primarily images of theatrical productions although also covers in part theater buildings and activities of various dramatic organizations on campus. Includes: Denny Hall, Meany Hall (Old), Gymnasium, Sylvan Theater, Penthouse (Edmond Meany Hotel), Studio Theater, Penthouse (Ave.), Penthouse (Campus), Showboat, Glenn Hughes Playhouse, Seattle Repertory Playhouse, Washington State Theater Co., Works Progress Administration. Collection is organized by theater building and then by the various dramatic companies that performed in those theaters. Unprinted negatives from this collection include UW negs 9848-9932, 9991-9995.

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Use of the Collection

Restrictions on Use

Restrictions may exist on reproduction, quotation, or publication. Contact Special Collections, University of Washington Libraries for details.

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Administrative Information

Arrangement

BOX CONTENTS:
  • BOX 1: General Information (Production lists), Theaters - Denny Hall, Meany Hall (Old), Gymnasium
  • BOX 2: Theaters - Sylvan, Penthouse (Meany Hotel), Studio, Penthouse (Ave.), Showboat, Penthouse (campus)
  • BOX 3: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse (All University Plays, Washington State Theater Co., Theater School)
  • BOX 4: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - W.P.A. Co. and productions. (1936-1939)
  • BOX 5: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Actors and actresses. (A-Z) (See also Oversize Box 12)
  • BOX 6: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Seattle Repertory Playhouse Productions (1929-1939) (See also Oversize Box 12)
  • BOX 7: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Seattle Repertory Playhouse Productions (1939-1942) (See also Oversize Box 12)
  • BOX 8: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Seattle Repertory Playhouse Productions (1942-1946) (See also Oversize Box 12)
  • BOX 9: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Seattle Repertory Playhouse Productions (1945-1948)
  • BOX 10: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Seattle Repertory Playhouse Productions (1948-1939)
  • BOX 11: Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - University Playhouse; Theaters - Glenn Hughes Playhouse - Glenn Hughes Playhouse; Miscellaneous
  • BOX 12: Oversize
  • BOX 13: Index of actors and actresses

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Detailed Description of the Collection

 

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Subject Terms

  • Actors--Washington (State)--Seattle--Photographs
  • Actresses--Washington (State)--Seattle--Photographs
  • College theater--Washington (State)--Seattle
  • Theater--Washington (State)--Seattle
  • Theatrical companies--Washington (State)--Seattle
  • Visual Materials Collections (University of Washington)


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