Goodman Theatre Archive. Producing and Artistic Director Files

Dates: 1930-1990, undated; bulk dates: 1951-1985. Size: 11.5 linear feet. Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center, Special Collections, Chicago Theater Collection. The Producing and Artistic Director Files chronicle the Goodman Theatre and its School of Drama’s artistic and educational development for the years 1951 to 1984. The collection originates with Maurice Gnesin, but most of the records are from the tenure of John Reich, who led Goodman from 1957 to 1972. Later productions include records of Ken Myers and Robert Falls. The materials include correspondence, international visitor programs, lectures, meetings, news clippings, production materials, promotional materials, reports and scripts [Finding Aid].