May Robson papers, 1849-1950 (bulk 1885-1942).
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Mixed materialsDescription: 150 items; 14 containers plus 4 oversize; 6.4 linear feetSubject(s): Online resources: Summary: Correspondence, books, play scripts, and other material autographed or created by prominent actors and producers of stage and screen from the late nineteenth century until Robson's death. Also includes scrapbooks containing play reviews, letters, telegrams, photographs, and other material; files of playbills, theatrical programs, and other printed matter; and miscellaneous items relating mainly to Robson's career in the theater and on film. Includes family correspondence, scripts used by Robson, her poems, and biographical material.
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Correspondence, books, play scripts, and other material autographed or created by prominent actors and producers of stage and screen from the late nineteenth century until Robson's death. Also includes scrapbooks containing play reviews, letters, telegrams, photographs, and other material; files of playbills, theatrical programs, and other printed matter; and miscellaneous items relating mainly to Robson's career in the theater and on film. Includes family correspondence, scripts used by Robson, her poems, and biographical material.
Actress and author. Born Mary Jeannette Robison.
Collection material in English.
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