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History of the Quirk-Sponberg Theatre

 Series

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The Quirk Dramatic Arts and Sponberg Theatre Buildings records provide historical information on the theater facilities of Eastern Michigan University, including their construction, dedication, and renovation. In 2020, the building was renamed the Judy Sturgis Hill Building and the Legacy - Sponberg Theatres. The collection covers the years 1935 to 2008, with the largest portion of the material from 1981-1986, the period of planning, fundraising, and construction of the Sponberg Theatre and renovations to the theater in general. There are newspaper clippings (including coverage of Carol Channing's visit in 1983), blueprints, press releases, brochures, flyers, correspondence, manuscripts, and memorabilia in the collection.

Dates

  • Creation: 1935 - 2008
  • Creation: Majority of material found within 1981 - 1986

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

All records are in English unless otherwise noted.

Conditions Governing Access

Researchers are asked to request materials 24 hours prior to visiting the the University Archives.

Extent

From the Collection: 6.8 Linear Feet (2 archive boxes, 1 object, 2 oversize folders)

Repository Details

Part of the Eastern Michigan University Archives Repository

Contact:
Bruce T. Halle Library, Room 310
955 West Circle Drive
Ypsilanti Michigan 48197
734-487-2673