Scripts and scores, 1950s-1980s
Series
Scope and Contents
This series consists of opera scripts and scores, mostly written in Chinese in the former case. Many of the scripts and scores are handwritten, and a number of them include a hand-drawn cover. In addition, there are vocal pieces specifically for male and female roles, lyrics, and songbooks.
Dates
- Majority of material found in 1950s-1980s
Conditions Governing Access
Most of the material in the sixth series, financial records, is restricted due to sensitive financial and legal information.
Extent
From the Collection: 120 Linear Feet (76 boxes (including 14 large boxes) and 23 oversize objects) : 120 linear feet of paper documents, books, newspaper clippings, posters, musical instruments, stage props, and opera costumes
Language of Materials
Chinese
Arrangement
Arranged in alphabetical order.
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Chinese in America Repository