Actors' Equity Association: Theatrical Programs 1915-2001

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Actors' Equity Association: Theatrical Programs 1915-2001

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Actors' Equity Association (AEA) is the union of professional legitimate stage actors and stage managers. AEA negotiates contracts and agreements that often affect a productions theatre program. Over the years rules regarding billing, program biographies, and Equity recognition in programs have become part of these contracts and agreements. The Actors' Equity Association Theatrical Programs collection is made up of programs collected by the organization, its employees and friends from 1915 to 2001. The collection includes programs for productions in New York City, at regional theatres around the country as well as touring productions and Equity Library Theatre. The collection demonstrates the enormity and diversity of theatre in America during the 20th Century. NOTE: This collection is housed offsite and advance notice is required for use.

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