Dale Wasserman papers 1940-2008

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Dale Wasserman papers 1940-2008

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Dale Wasserman (1914-2008) was an American playwright, television writer and screenwriter, working from the 1950s-the 1990s. He is best known for his play, One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest (1963) and his book for the musical Man of La Mancha (1966). The Dale Wasserman papers document his entire writing career with scripts, correspondence, notes, programs, clippings, research materials and photographs from his productions.

15.96 linear feet; 38 boxes

The New York Public Library. Billy Rose Theatre Division.

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