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Performing Arts

 Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest

Found in 141 Collections and/or Records:

Shirley Ririe papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2320
Abstract

The Shirley Ririe papers (1946-2010) consist mainly of programs, announcements, and news clippings pertaining to Ririe and the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company. Also included are correspondence, biographical information, and miscellaneous personal material. Shirley Ririe is a co-founder of the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company, which is based in Salt Lake City.

Dates: 1946-2010

Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1029
Abstract

The Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company photograph collection (1960-2004) consist of various materials reflecting the conception, business, and artistic aspects of this Salt Lake City based company. Included are resumes, applications, shows, and artist files.

Dates: 1960-2004

Rocketeers Square Dance Club records

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1566
Abstract

The Rocketeers Square Dance Club records (1991-2016) consists of board meeting minutes, newsletters, calendars, announcements and other materials related to the activities of this dance club. Rocketeers is an adult couples square dance club with dances held each Saturday night at Columbus Center in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: 1991-2016

Nate Rockwood independent film collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0804
Abstract

The Nate Rockwood independent film collection (2004) consists of a short documentary about the J. Willard Marriott Library's efforts to find funding to renovate its facilities. Rockwood made the film while a film student at the University of Utah. This collection is part of the Utah Independent Film Archive (UIFA).

Dates: 2004

Fred A. Rosenstock photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0301
Abstract

The Fred A. Rosenstock photograph collection contains photographs of various locations in California (1850-1859). The collection also contains photographs of actors in stage and television Westerns (circa 1959).

Dates: 1850-1859

Royal Ballet programs collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1390
Abstract

The Royal Ballet programs collection (1934-1970) consists entirely of ballet programs from this dance organization located in London, England.

Dates: 1934-1970

Joseph Stanley Russon papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0911
Abstract

The Joseph Stanley Russon papers (1898-1980s) contain documents which chronicle his acting career and affiliation with theatrical organizations. The collection contains an autobiographical sketch about Russon's life, the sequence of events leading to his marriage with Allien Robertson, a brief family history, and insight into his passion for performing. Russon was born in Lehi, Utah. This collection also contains programs, news clippings, correspondence, and miscellaneous documents.

Dates: 1898-1980s

Joseph Stanley Russon photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P1085
Abstract

The Joseph Stanley Russon photograph collection contains several family portraits and negatives, some formal some candid.

Dates: 1960-1970

Salt Lake Theatre photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0461
Abstract

The Salt Lake Theater photograph collection consists of photos of productions, reheardals, and actors affiliated with the Salt Lake Theater

Dates: 1880-1920

Salt Lake Theatre records

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0541
Abstract

The Salt Lake Theatre records (1864-1913) contain an extensive list of published materials about the Salt Lake Theatre. It includes plays, reviews, actors and actresses, venues, celebrations, and exhibits. The records were researched by Aaron W. Tracy in anticipation of his Ph.D dissertation, which was never completed.

Dates: 1864-1913

Linda Sarver papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2852
Abstract

The Linda Sarver papers (1972-2012) consist of her costume designs and renderings, along with production materials for several theatrical plays she was involved with throughout her professional career. Sarver was a costume designer, educator, dramaturg, author, and scenographer.

Dates: 1972-2012

George Savage and Gladys Charles play typescript

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2910
Abstract

The George Savage and Gladys Charles play typescript (1946-1947) is entitled "Verily I Do." This play was written by Savage and Charles for the American Educational Theatre Association's Manuscript Play Project.

Dates: 1946-1947

Harold Schindler papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1202
Abstract

The Harold Schindler papers (1885-1971) includes information about various theatre centers and exerpts from the book entitled Orrin Porter Rockwell. This collection also includes copies of the Women's Exponent. Harold Schindler was a columnist for the Salt Lake Tribune and a writer on Utah history.

Dates: 1871-1982

John D. Spencer papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0203
Abstract

The John D. Spencer papers (1895-1933) contain correspondence, speeches, biographical sketches, programs, and material related to Spencer's affiliation with the Salt Lake Arts Center, the Fine Arts and Letters Society of Utah, the Salt Lake City Opera Company, and other organizations. John D. Spencer (1858-1947) was an insurance executive and patron of the arts.

Dates: 1895-1933

John D. Spencer photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0203
Abstract

The John D. Spencer photograph collection contains photographs of John D. Spencer in several plays and portraits of various members of his family.

Dates: 1880-1900

John A. Stone play

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0395
Abstract

The John A. Stone papers (1828) consist of a five-act play (fourth act missing) by Stone (1801-1834), entitled Metamora, the Last of the Wampanoags: An Indian Tragedy in Five Acts. The play presents a history of Metamora, a ficticious king of the Wampanoag Indians.

Dates: 1828; 1939

Orland L. Brig Tapp film collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0938
Abstract

The Orland L. Brig Tapp film collection consists of O. L. Tapp's independent films, unused footage, and various home videos.

Dates: 1942-1962

Orland L. Tapp scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2451
Abstract

The Orland L. "Brig" Tapp scrapbooks (1946-1970) consist of chronologically arrangmed materials regarding Tapp's film career and his involvement with organizations such as the Utah Cine Arts Club. Included in the scrapbooks are programs, correspondence, photographs, and other ephemeral materials.

Dates: 1946-1970

Theater collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0147
Abstract The theater collection (1882-1991) consists of the papers of several men and women who were prominent in Utah theater during the twentieth century. Nearly all were peers; many working together periodically, either under the direction of Maud May Babcock or as members of the Moroni Olson Players during the 1920s. Each collection of papers has been treated as a separate collection. These collections contain thesis, biographies, programs, news clippings, correspondence, and other related...
Dates: 1882-1991

Theater photograph collection

 Collection
Identifier: P0147
Abstract

The theater photograph collection contains portraits and publicity stills of various prominent theatrical performers in Salt Lake City, particularly those connected with the Moroni Olsen Players.

Dates: 1920-1978