Randolph Somerville papers, 1915-1958
Collection context
- Creator:
- Somerville, Randolph, 1891-1958
- Extent:
- 28.5 linear feet 62 boxes 1 flat vol. 1 flat box
- Language:
- English .
- Scope and content:
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Papers, promptbooks, photographs, lecture notes, correspondence, and theatrical files of Somerville. Included are materials from the Washington Square Players and Duke's Oak Theatre in Cooperstown, N.Y.
- Biographical / historical:
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Director, actor, professor of dramatic art at New York University, and organizer and director of the Washington Square Players Repertory Company.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Engraving by Jean Cocteau is cataloged for the Art Collection
The following boxes are located off-site: 6-62. You will need to request this material from the Rare Book and Manuscript Library at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.
This collection has no restrictions.
- Terms of access:
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Reproductions may be made for research purposes. The RBML maintains ownership of the physical material only. Copyright remains with the creator and his/her heirs. The responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
- Preferred citation:
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Identification of specific item; Date (if known); Randolph Somerville papers; Box and Folder; Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Columbia University Library.
- Location of this collection:
- Before you visit:
- Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
- Contact:
- rbml@library.columbia.edu