Play Script- John Compton’s Copy of Founder's Capers Act, 1961
Scope and Contents
This collection contains four boxes related to the original musical “Founder’s Capers” performed at the Vanderbilt Faculty Club, specifically related to their 1961 performance. The complete cast was comprised of Vanderbilt professors, family members, and students.
The collection contains three archival boxes which amount to 1.251 linear feet in addition to one flat box which is 0.083 linear feet. Within each box there are Sheet Music, Scripts, One vinyl Founder's Capers Record, and Paintings.
Dates
- Creation: 1961
Conditions Governing Access
The physical materials in this collection may be viewed only in the reading room of Special Collections in the Jean and Alexander Heard Library. Materials should be requested 2-3 days prior to visiting to facilitate easier access. Contact specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu to schedule an appointment.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 3.34 Linear Feet (3 legal Hollingers, 1 oversize box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Vanderbilt University Special Collections and University Archives Repository
Special Collections Library
1101 19th Ave. S.
Nashville TN 37212 United States
specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu
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