University of Utah. Department of Theatre
Organization
Found in 6 Collections and/or Records:
Maud May Babcock papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0083
Abstract
The Maud May Babcock papers consists of personal and professional correspondence, biographical and genealogical material, class registers and teaching notebooks from the University of Utah, honors and tributes, books, speeches and articles by Miss Babcock, theater and speech programs, and travel memorabilia and photographs. Babcock was and actress and instructor in speech at the University of Utah.
Dates:
1885-1981
Marsha Ballif Midgley papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1781
Abstract
This collection is a reflection of Marsha Midgley and her university theatrical career. In 1953, she was the lead in the theatre department's production of Saint Joan. A scrapbook from that production is contained in the collection. It includes everything from production notes to material samples and reviews. There is also correspondence from 1950 to 1953.
Dates:
1950-1953
Harry Nelson papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0645
Abstract
The Harry Nelson papers (1886-2015) are mainly a collection of materials documenting the life of Maud May Babcock (1867-1954), a theater teacher and director at the University of Utah from 1892 to 1938. Journals, travelogs, daily planners, teaching materials, manuscripts, programs, announcements, letters, and news clippings are included. Harry Nelson (1901-1988) was a theater student and friend of Maud May Babcock.
Dates:
1886-2015
Gail Plummer collection of Maud May Babcock audio recordings
Collection
Identifier: A0409
Abstract
The Gail Plummer collection of Maud May Babcock audio recordings (1950) consists of 3 copies of a recording of a speech given by Dr. Maud May Babcock in 1950. Plummer, a Brigham Young University (BYU) and University of Utah educated speech instructor, was manager of Kingsbury Hall from 1933 to 1957. Babcock was a prominent figure in Utah theater and physical education who founded the University of Utah departments of speech and of physical education and personally produced more than 300 plays.
Dates:
1950
Wanda Clayton Thomas papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0298
Abstract
The Wanda Clayton Thomas papers (1839-1992) contain materials concerning Wanda Clayton Thomas (1912-1996) and her heritage, concentrating on the descendants of Newell H. Clayton.
Dates:
1839-1992
University of Utah Department of Theatre photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P2270
Abstract
The University of Utah Department of Theatre provides academic training for students who wish to pursue careers in theatre, related fields, or advanced graduate education. This collection contains photographs, negatives, and slides depicting students, plays, and performances.
Dates:
circa 1920-2007