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Clare Tree Major papers

Title
Clare Tree Major papers, 1912-1954.
Author
Major, Clare Tree
Supplementary Content
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Details

Additional Authors
  • Kenderdine, John D.
  • Clare Tree Major Children's Theatre of New York
Subject
  • Major, Clare Tree
  • Children's theater
  • Publishers and publishing
  • Theater > New York (State) > New York
Genre/Form
  • Diaries.
  • Photographs.
Access (note)
  • Restricted access;
Source (note)
  • Major, Dorothy
Biography (note)
  • Clare Tree Major (1880-1954) was an English-born actress, stage director and producer. She was founder and director of the Children's Theatre of New York.
Processing Action (note)
  • Cataloged
Call Number
MssCol 1849
OCLC
NYPW94-A29
Author
Major, Clare Tree.
Title
Clare Tree Major papers, 1912-1954.
Description
2.6 linear feet (2 boxes, 4 v.)
Restricted Access
Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.
Summary
Collection consists of correspondence, accounts, photographs, and personal miscellany. Major's correspondence, 1917, 1926-1954, is with theater managers, actors, teachers, and others interested in children's theatre. Also, correspondence and accounts, 1921-1930, of her husband, John D. Kenderdine, concerning his publishing business; accounts, 1921-1943, of the Children's Theatre; and personal papers including Major's travel diaries.
Biography
Clare Tree Major (1880-1954) was an English-born actress, stage director and producer. She was founder and director of the Children's Theatre of New York.
Finding Aids
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Occupation
Dramatists.
Theatrical producers and directors.
Added Author
Kenderdine, John D.
Clare Tree Major Children's Theatre of New York.
LCCN
ms 72001053
Research Call Number
MssCol 1849
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