Theater collection 1882-1991

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Theater collection 1882-1991

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The theater collection (1882-1991) consists of the papers of several men and women who were prominent in Utah theater during the twentieth century. Nearly all were peers; many working together periodically, either under the direction of Maud May Babcock or as members of the Moroni Olson Players during the 1920s. Each collection of papers has been treated as a separate collection. These collections contain thesis, biographies, programs, news clippings, correspondence, and other related materials.

6 linear feet

eng,

J. Willard Marriott Library. University of Utah Manuscripts Division

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SNAC Resource ID: 6367105

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Moroni Olsen Players.

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Tracy, Aaron Ward

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Joseph Williams (1882-1957) was born 23 March 1882, on a farm in Pleasant View, Utah. He received his education in Ogden. During his life, he earned his living in a number of capacities, though nearly all of them were in some way associated with theater arts. He taught school, managed a music store, ran a costume shop, and served as musical director of the Utah State Industrial School. He was more directly involved in theater as a performer in community and church productions. He wa...