New York State Theatre Institute Stage Management Files

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Overview of the Records

Repository
New York State Archives
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12230
Summary
Stage management files are technical working files that detail every minute aspect of the stage production for a particular play performed by the New York State Theatre Institute (NYSTI). Records document such issues as stage lighting and stage direction, sound cues, blocking, sound tracks, and the placement of props on a set. The series contains only a sampling of NYSTI plays, mainly those that were either original productions or foreign performances.
Title
New York State Theatre Institute stage management files
Quantity
12 cubic feet
Inclusive Dates
Series Number
22473
Creator
Scope and Content Note

Stage management files are technical working files that detail every minute aspect of the stage production for a particular play performed by the New York State Theatre Institute (NYSTI). Because certain aspects of a production changed each time it was staged, new files were created for each performance. Records document such issues as stage lighting and stage direction, sound cues, blocking, sound tracks, and the placement of props on a set.

The series also contains copies of costume designs, prop lists, schedules, producer and rehearsal reports, set floor plans, scripts, musical scores, contact sheets, communications with directors and designers, director's calls, stage/sound cues, and lists of performers. There are also some contracts. The series contains only a sampling of NYSTI plays, mainly those which were either original productions or foreign performances.

B2359Series B2359, New York State Theatre Institute contract records and

22461Series 22461, Show costume binders, contain related records.

Other Finding Aids

Alphabetical index to productions is available.

Acquisition Information

These records were created by the New York State Theatre Institute, and were transferred to the custody of the State Education Department when the institute was dissolved in April 2010. They were transferred to the State Archives in March 2013.

Access Restrictions

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.

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