Scope and Contents From the Collection: The Glade Peterson papers (1950s-1990s) consist of materials documenting the professional life of Glade Peterson (1928-1990), opera performer and founder of the Utah Opera Company. The bulk of the collection consists of programs for Utah Opera Company productions and social events concerning the arts in Utah. Scrapbooks containing news clippings, announcements, programs, photographs, actor/actress biographical sketches, and invitations also make up a large part of the collection.