Collection of J.C. Williamson production records and ephemera, 1923-1964 [manuscript]

Bib ID:
5753920
Format:
Manuscript
Author:
J.C. Williamson (Firm)
Related Online Resources:
Finding aid available at National Library of Australia
Access Conditions:
Available for research. Not for loan.
Description:
  • [1923-1964]
  • 1.8 m (12 boxes)
Summary:

MS Acc11.175 comprises records that reflect the day-to-day organisation and management of J.C. Williamson. There are 108 items comprising 764 pieces grouped into musical comedy, plays and revues. They include: internal memos; correspondence; property plots and prompts; packing dockets; leaflets, flyers and programs; and photographs. Productions for which there are substantial amounts of records include Oliver!, Desert song, Bye bye birdie, Irma la Douce, The dancing years and Sail away (12 boxes).

Biography/History:

J.C. Williamson Ltd. was for nearly a century the dominant theatrical agency in Australia, owning several theatres and bringing out to Australia a succession of notable actors, singers and dancers. It was founded by the actor-manager James C. Williamson (1845-1913) in 1882 and was finally bought out in 1984.

Notes:
Manuscript reference no.: MS Acc11.175.
Subject:
Time Coverage:
1923-1964
Other authors/contributors:
Williamson, J. C. (James Cassius), 1845-1913
Terms of Use:
Copying of J. C. Williamson copyright material permitted for research purposes.
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