Dates: 1971-2000. Size: 2.5 linear feet. Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center, Special Collections, Chicago Theater Collection. The Joseph Jefferson “Jeff” Awards were named after the nineteenth-century actor Joseph Jefferson III and honor excellence in the Chicago theater community by recognizing both Equity and non-Equity (Citations) productions. The collection includes administrative materials donated by members of the Executive Committee, as well as promotional items such as programs, invitations and clippings. [Processed]