Manuscript Notes (Miscellaneous)., 01/01/1938-12/31/1939

File — Box: 6, Folder: 10.2

Identifier: 41840

Series-level Scope and Content Note

From the Series:

(Boxes 3 - 6) This series includes play scripts, primarily typed manuscripts with autograph notes in some instances. Included are early versions and titles of the plays eventually performed on Broadway.

Dates

01/01/1938-12/31/1939

Conditions Governing Access

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Extent

From the Collection: 6.75 Cubic Feet (14 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Container Summary

Contains 2 pp. torn out of notebook in Folder 6:10.1; approximately dated by Roppolo as 1938 (p.104). Entitled, "Daughter" (re "Stern Daughter"/"Second Threshold"), and "The History of Clancy" (re "Here Come the Clowns"). @ PB apparently kept voluminous notes when preparing his plays (see Roppolo, p.104). @ Includes autograph note by ESB on blue envelope: "2 pp. PB. Small notebook photostated for book Brendan Gill."

Subjects and Associated Physical Materials

BARRY, PHILIP - NOTES: "SECOND THRESHOLD": Manuscript

BARRY, PHILIP - NOTES: "HERE COME THE CLOWNS": Manuscript

"HERE COME THE CLOWNS" - NOTES: Manuscript

"SECOND THRESHOLD" BY PHILIP BARRY - NOTES: Manuscript

GILL, BRENDAN - REFERENCE: Manuscript