David Campton papers, 1960-1974.

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David Campton papers, 1960-1974.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/671537639

Includes 2 letters to Kristin Morrison from Campton and 1 letter to Morrison from Stephen Joseph, 2 printed plays and 2 bound typescripts by Campton, and clippings and tickets.

1 box (.25 linear ft.)

Houghton Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7965720

Houghton Library

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Joseph, Stephen, 1921-1967,

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Morrison, Kristin,

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Campton, David

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David Campton (1924-2006) was a prolific British dramatist inspired by the Theatre of the Absurd. Campton authored works for adult, youth and children's theatre as well as radio and television productions. In addition to one-act plays and sketches, Campton penned full length plays, literary adaptations, and the text, Becoming a Playwright. Born in Leicester, England to parents David and Emily Campton on June 5, 1929, Campton first received recognition as a playwright in 1950 when his play Going ...