Papers of Claire Luce, 1955-1969 (inclusive), 1957-1963 (bulk).

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Papers of Claire Luce, 1955-1969 (inclusive), 1957-1963 (bulk).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/612379027

The collection reflects Luce's theatrical career, particularly in one-woman shows in the 1950s and 1960s. Contains annotated scripts and promptbooks; contracts; accounts; correspondence; costume, set and publicity sketches by Luce; production notes; cue sheets; sheet music; photographs; programs; publicity; touring itineraries; and clippings from Shakespeare's Women, Tennessee William's Women, and other productions; and a filmed television performance of Luce performing Elizabeth Barrett Browning's "Sonnets from the Portuguese" on the "Tonight Show". Her teaching career is documented with lecture notes, correspondence, a course description, and clippings.

3 boxes and 1 reel of film.

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