Sub-Series C. Playbills and programmes, 1863 - 1943

Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

The playbills and programmes collected by Montague Summers include two significant runs of theatre programmes for production companies associated with Summers, the Incorporated Stage Society and The Phoenix, of which Summers was a founding member. Programmes for these productions include many examples of Summers' "Theatrical History" pieces. The miscellaneous playbills and programs include examples of other productions Summers was involved with, as well as other contemporary plays (including John Gielgud's 1943 production of Love for Love, and Granville Barker's 1914 production of Midsummer Night's Dream), as well as related material like a moving picture programme for the 1914 silent film "Old St. Paul's" and two 1863 playbills for the authorized production of Lady Audley's Secret at St. James's and Prince's Theatres.

Dates

Publication: 1863 - 1943

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: 9.64 Linear Feet (21 boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Additional Description

Arrangement

The Playbills and programmes sub-series is divided into 3 files covering Incorporated Stage Society (1917 - 1924), The Phoenix (1919 - 1925), and Miscellaneous playbills and programmes (1863 - 1943). Each file is arranged alphabetically by production title.