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Collection on Theatrical Productions, ca. 1790-2006

January 30, 2018by Morgen Stevens-Garmon

Extent: Approximately 575 linear feet The Collection holds approximately 40,000 files documenting theatrical productions in New York City since the late 18th century.  Material within the files varies widely but […]

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Subject based collections, Theater Collection

Collection on Theaters, 1804-2005

September 26, 2016by Morgen Stevens-Garmon 2 Comments

Extent: 13 cubic feet. The Museum of the City of New York’s Collection on Theaters contains materials documenting theatrical playhouses in New York City. Administrative Note The Museum of the […]

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Subject based collections, Theater Collection

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