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Formal title:: Fernando Birri Archive of Multimedia Arts - Pinturas
Extent:: 22.0 Linear feet
Date range:: 1948-2009
Abstract:: This series contains the paintings, drawings, collages, photomontages, posters, and mixed media artworks created and collected by Argentinian filmmaker Fernando Birri during the course of his career. This is Subgroup 4 of the Fernando Birri Archive of Multimedia Arts. The other subgroups are Subgroup 1: Escritos, Subgroup 2: Fotos, and Subgroup 3: Audiovisual and Objects.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2010.050

Formal title:: T. Nelson Downs collection
Extent:: 1.1 linear feet
Date range:: 1905-1938
Abstract:: Thomas Nelson Downs was a self-taught magician, specializing in coin tricks, who over the course of his career, performed in vaudeville acts all over the country, owned a vaudeville house, sold magic supplies, and wrote several books of magic instruction. This collection contains his correspondence with fellow magician Edward "Tex" McGuire, documentation of tricks or "effects", patents, advertisements, news clippings, photographs, and show programs.
Repository:: Brown University Library
Collection call no:: Ms. 2010.013

Formal title:: Clifford M. and Ruth M. Eddy musical compositions
Extent:: 263 items (1 records center box)
Date range:: 1920-1967
Abstract:: This collection consists primarily of printed and manuscript music composed by Clifford M. Eddy, Jr. and his daughter Ruth M. Eddy. Also includes correspondence and poetry.
Repository:: Brown University Library
Collection call no:: Ms. 2005.69

Hamilton (Mary) letters

Formal title:: Mary Hamilton letters
Extent:: 0.25 linear ft. (half Hollinger document case)
Date range:: 1905-1926
Abstract:: The Mary Hamilton letters contain fourteen letters to or about Mary Hamilton, an actress on the British, Canadian and American stage, covering a period of two decades, from 1905 to 1926. Seven letters from George Bernard Shaw are included.
Repository:: Brown University Library
Collection call no:: Ms. 2007.031

Formal title:: David S. Josephson papers on Percy Grainger
Extent:: 1 linear foot
Date range:: 1901-2002
Abstract:: The collection contains research materials on the composer, arranger, and pianist Percy Grainger that were compiled by Brown University Professor of Music, David S. Josephson. Contents include Josephson’s research notes, concert programs, correspondence, articles, and reviews of Grainger’s work.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2017.019

Magee (Rusty) papers

Formal title:: Rusty Magee papers
Extent:: 7 linear feet (7 records center boxes)
Date range:: 1966-2007 (bulk 1978-2002)
Abstract:: The Rusty Magee papers contain material related to his career as a composer and performer in musical theater, primarily between 1978 and 2002. Much of the material consists of music written by Magee. The papers also include recordings of plays and Magee's performances on audiocassette, compact disc and DVD; scripts, playbills and theater reviews.
Repository:: Brown University Library
Collection call no:: Ms. 2009.016

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Formal title:: Newport Casino Theatre Photographs
Extent:: 0.1 Linear feet
Date range:: 1948-1977
Abstract:: Cast and performance photographs from theatrical productions at the Newport Casino Theatre.
Repository:: Salve Regina University Archives
Collection call no:: SP.09

Orson (Barbara) papers

Formal title:: Barbara Orson papers
Extent:: 12 linear feet
Date range:: 1914-2011 (bulk 1950-2000)
Abstract:: This collection consists of materials associated with Barbara Orson, an accomplished American stage, television, and film actress, and one of the founding members of the Trinity Repertory Company of Providence, R.I. The collection dates from 1914-2011, the bulk of which ranges from the 1950s to the end of the 20th century. This collection documents her stellar carreer in theatre and film, from the time she began her formal studies at the Dramatic Workshop of the New School in 1948 until her retirement from Trinity Repertory Company. It includes correspondence, as well as an interesting collection of personal items, ranging from a childhood diary and autograph book, to acting awards, professional headshots, acting contracts, and resumes. It is particularly strong in its array of documents about the theatre, mainly associated with, but not limited to, Trinity Rep, including a substantive assortment of printed materials, such as programs, brochures, booklets, play scripts, and sheet music. Of special note is its stunning array of stage photographs dating from the mid-20th century to the late 20th century.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: MS.2011.036

Formal title:: William Paterson papers
Extent:: 1.5 linear feet
Date range:: 1919-2003 (bulk 1940-1992)
Abstract:: The William Paterson Papers, dating from 1919-2003, include photographs, plays in manuscript, an autobiography in manuscript, a pen and ink drawing, clippings, military decorations, acting awards, pamphlets, and other documents. Paterson, a Brown University graduate (Class of 1941) and a World War II veteran, was an actor by profession. He joined the Cleveland Playhouse in 1947 and worked there for the next 20 years. In 1967 he joined the American Conservatory Theatre where he remained for over 30 years. He also occasionally performed in television and film productions.
Repository:: Brown University Library
Collection call no:: Ms. 2005.1

Formal title:: Providence Black Repertory Company records
Extent:: 24 linear feet
Date range:: 1962-2017 (1996-2009)
Abstract:: The records of this organization. Includes correspondence, production files, financial records, posters, photographs, video and audio recordings.
Repository:: John Hay Library
Collection call no:: Ms.2018.012

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