Performing arts promotional ephemera and photographs

Access and use

Location of collection:
George Mason University
2400 Fenwick Library
Special Collections Research Center
Fenwick Library MS2FL
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA 22030
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Mieko Palazzo
Phone: (703) 993-2220
Fax: (703) 993-2669
Restrictions:

Therea are no access restrictions.

Terms of access:

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

Preferred citation:

Performing arts promotional ephemera and photographs, C0442, Special Collections Research Center, George Mason University Libraries

Summary

Extent:
0.25 Linear Feet 1 box
Creator:
Di Bonaventura, Sam
Abstract:
Promotional ephemera and photographs for opera, ballet, and musical performances.
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

Performing arts promotional ephemera and photographs, C0442, Special Collections Research Center, George Mason University Libraries

Background

Scope and content:

Promotional ephemera and photographs for opera, ballet, and musical performances. Photographs are primarily promotional images for PBS broadcasts of "Live from Lincoln Center" and "A Lincoln Center Special" performances, "A Celebration for Handel and Bach" PBS/Philadelphia Singers, productions at the Seattle Opera and the Greater Miami Opera, and general promotional headshots. Ephemera primarily includes promotional materials, such as flyers and press releases, for opera and concert performances including PBS broadcasts of "Live from Lincoln Center" and performances at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Carnegie Hall. Additional materials include general periodical clippings and promotional materials for individual artists and companies.

Includes reviews for mezzo-soprano Elaine Bonazzi with inscription and signature by Bonazzi.

Biographical / historical:

Founded in 1969, the Public Broadcasting Service, more commonly known as PBS, is a private, nonprofit corporation and a provider of educational and non-commercial programs to public television stations across the United States. Programming includes news programs, documentaries, international and original scripted television, children's programs, and broadcasts of music, theatre, and dance performances. "Live from Lincoln Center," which began airing in 1976, broadcast performances from the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts complex in New York City. Consisting of thirty indoor and outdoor facilities, Lincoln Center is home to several internationally recognized performing arts organizations such as the New York Philharmonic, the Metropolitan Opera, and the New York City Ballet.

Acquisition information:
Donated by Sam di Bonaventura.
Processing information:

Processing completed by Meghan Glasbrenner in December 2024. Finding aid completed by Meghan Glasbrenner in January 2025.

Arrangement:

The collection is arranged by location, material type, and function.

Physical location:
R 73, C 3, S 3
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard