Ruth Mitchell papers, 1887-1999 (bulk 1946-1999).

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Ruth Mitchell papers, 1887-1999 (bulk 1946-1999).

Ruth Mitchell was a stage manager, director, producer and the assistant to the acclaimed director and producer Harold Prince, working on Broadway from the late 1940s through the late 1990s. This collection consists mainly of production files, most notably scripts with extensive technical cues, for the 50 odd shows that Mitchell stage managed, assistant directed or produced. Some personal files are also included.

15.19 linear feet (38 boxes)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8190763

New York Public Library System, NYPL

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