Donald Oenslager papers and designs 1922-1982

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Donald Oenslager papers and designs 1922-1982

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Donald Oenslager was a set and lighting designer, teacher, lecturer, writer and collector. The collection consists of set and costume designs, technical drawings, elevations, manuscripts and correspondence with other prominent theater designers.

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The New York Public Library. Billy Rose Theatre Division.

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