UR Summer Theater collection
Biographical/Historical note
The University of Rochester Summer Theater was founded in 1968 to offer professional training to undergraduates, eventually attracting students from all over the world to work with experienced actors and technical staff. By the end of the 1980s, however, University felt that not enough students were benefitting from the progam and decided to focus more on theater productions during the academic year. The URST subsequently closed in 1989 after over twenty-two seasons of plays ranging from Shakespeare to avant-garde contemporary works.
Scope and Contents note
The UR Summer Theater papers consist primarily of photographs, programs, and publicity materials.
Creator
- University of Rochester. Summer Theater Program (Organization)
Dates
- Creation: 1973-1991
Language of Materials
English
Extent
1.67 cubic feet (6 containers)
Restrictions on Access
For access to this collection, please contact the University of Rochester Archives (archives@library.rochester.edu) at least two business days prior to your planned visit.
Please note: Some materials may be restricted or require permission for use.
Restrictions on Use
To request reproductions or permission to publish materials from the collection, please contact the University of Rochester Archives (archives@library.rochester.edu). Researchers may be responsible for determining any copyright questions.
Immediate Source of Acquisition note
Most of the collection was received in June 1991 from David Runzo, instructor, director, and administrator of the University's theater program from 1979 to 1991. James S. Peck, who had handled public relations for the URST, donated additional materials in June 1993.
Preferred Citation
[Item title, item date], UR Summer Theater Collection, UA344, Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation, River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester
Subject
- University of Rochester. Summer Theater Program (Organization)
- Title
- UR Summer Theater collection
- Author
- Eileen L. Fay
- Date
- January 2012
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- Undetermined
- Script of description
- Code for undetermined script
- Language of description note
- English.
Library Details
Part of the University of Rochester Archives Library
Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation
River Campus Libraries, University of Rochester
500 Joseph C. Wilson Blvd.
Rochester New York 14627-0055 USA
archives@library.rochester.edu
