Use Restrictions

The copyright and related rights status of this collection have not been evaluated (See http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/CNE/1.0/)

Access Restrictions

There are no access restrictions.

Preferred Citation

Amy Federman performing arts collection, C0269, Special Collections Research Center, George Mason University Libraries.

Acquisition Information

Donated by Amy Federman in 2015.

Processing Information

Processing completed by Amy Blake in September 2018. EAD markup completed by Amy Blake in September 2018. Finding aid updated by Amanda Menjivar in February 2023.

Historical Information

Following World War II, Washington, D.C. gradually acquired a vibrant theatre and performing arts scene, due in large part to the population growth as the federal government expanded. In particular the opening of John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in the early 1970s signaled the great importance of performing arts for the citizens of the Washington, D.C. metro area.

Scope and Content

Collection consists of ephemera that documents performing arts and theater in Washington, D.C. Items include programs, flyers, and ticket stubs. Some of the items are autographed.

Arrangement

Arranged by subject.

Related Material

The Special Collections Research Center holds many other collection on theatre in the Washington, D.C. area, as well as theatre playbills collections.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

• Performing arts
• Theater
• Theater -- Washington (D.C.)