Dame Irene Vanbrugh papers

Collection

Identifier: D.2

Staff Only

Biographical / Historical note

Dame Irene Vanbrugh was an English actress who first appeared on the stage in 1888. Her greatest successes were in plays by Pinero and Barrie. After 1933, she also appeared in several films. She was an enthusiastic supporter of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. In 1901, she married Dion Boucicault (1885-1929), and acted with him until his death.

Scope and Contents

The Dame Irene Vanbrugh Papers are comprised of one box containing letters written to Irene Vanbrugh, sketches and drawings for costumes.

Creator

Vanbrugh, Irene, 1872-1949 (Person)

Dates

Creation: 1892-1948

Language of Materials

English

Extent

1 box(es)

Access

The Dame Irene Vanbrugh Papers is open for research use. Researchers are advised to contact the Rare Books, Special Collections & Preservation Department prior to visiting. Upon arrival, researchers will also be asked to fill out a registration form and provide photo identification.

Use

In consultation with a curator, reproductions may be made upon request. Permission to publish materials from the collection must be requested from a curator. Researchers are responsible for determining any copyright questions.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The collection was purchased November 19, 1969.

Preferred Citation

[Item title, item date], Dame Irene Vanbrugh Papers, D.2, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester