This collection documents the work of Garrett H. Leverton, who was a professor of speech and drama in addition to being a theater director. The collection contains play scripts that Leverton collected from various sources, potentially for an anthologized publication. The collection also contains curriculum and course notes that Leverton created for the instruction of speech, acting, and stage production in the 1920's and 1930's. Topics represented in the collection include dramatic arts, theater production, acting, and instruction in theater. Also included are prompt books, reports, and production notes for student productions at the Northwestern University Theatre from the 1930's. These reports include costume design sketches, crew member reviews, stage design, and playbills. Leverton's personal papers include correspondence, the bulk of which was exchanged with Barrett Clark, as well as his diplomas from DePauw University, Northwestern University, and Columbia University. There are many photographs included in the collection, both of scenes on stage as well as potraits of Leverton and other individuals, some identified.
Sans titreIncludes correspondence, primarily between Leverton and Barrett Clark, 1935-39, and some pertaining to the preparation and publication of the "America's Lost Plays" Series. Also contains playbills, photographs of scenes on stage, portraits of Leverton and other individuals, course notes, curricula material, typescripts, diplomas, and articles.
Carbon typescript index of plays
2 newspaper clippings, one of which mentions Leverton.
Typescript and manuscript proposal for a play anthology.
Typescript of course syllabus
Typescript, called "biography" by Leverton's mother in deed of gift.
Two typescripts, one dated April 4th, discussing plays from 1910 presumably written by Leverton for a series of talks named "Bookshelf Broadcasts."
Member's copy of the index for the Drama Service guild at Northwestern University and 1 manuscript titled "Our American Theatre."
Printed article, removed from book.
42 items of correspondence exchanged between Barrett Clark and Leverton.
1 letter addressed to Leverton and a carbon copy of his response. Envelope included.
Letter addressed to Leverton, includes a carbon copy index of play scripts.
24 cards for a 16 week course. Includes handwritten notes.
Carbon copy and typescripts with suggestions and notes for prospective classes on theater production.
Manuscripts and typescripts of course examinations, including answer keys.
Playbills, newspaper clippings, and telegrams on the production of a play titled Gloriana.
Manuscript book including sketches of stage plans and some mimeographed passages. Also includes an index of play titles.
Course notes for a class taught by Leverton.
24 items. Black and white, some silvering. Includes photos of scenes on stages, photos of groups, and various head shots of unidentified actresses.