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Robert Emmett Dolan papers, 1941-1972
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Dolan, Robert Emmett, 1908-1972
- Title
- Robert Emmett Dolan papers
- Dates
- 1941-1972 (inclusive)Date of CollectionDate of Collection
- Quantity
- 22.85 cubic ft. (26 boxes)
- Collection Number
- 06436
- Summary
- Music manuscripts and production files of an American film, stage, and television composer.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
Robert Emmett Dolan was a composer and conductor for Broadway and Hollywood. His stage work included “Texas, Lil’ Darlin’” (1949-1950). Dolan began composing for the screen in 1941 and composed music for “Holiday Inn” (1942). He was producer for “White Christmas” (1954) and “Anything Goes” (1956). Dolan later worked in television, creating music for a series “Winston Churchill: The Valiant Years” (1960-1963). He joined the music faculty of Columbia University and authored a book, “Music in Modern Media.”
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Dolan collection contains manuscript music and production materials for Dolan’s stage, film, and television work, along with contracts, correspondence, and other business papers. Also included are award nominations, photographs, scripts, publicity, and personal materials. Columbia University teaching materials and drafts of “Music in Modern Media” are also included.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Box Number, Folder Number, Collection Name, Collection Number, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
Subordinate Component # 1Return to Top
The American Heritage Center is in the process of converting its older container lists to a more accessible format. This link is to an older version of a container list.
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Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Motion picture music -- United States -- 20th century
- Musical theater -- United States -- 20th century
- Television music -- United States -- 20th century
