James Barton papers, 1890s-1990s (bulk 1911-1962).

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Creator

Barton, James, 1890-1962.

Location

Billy Rose Theatre Division

Extent

• 15.75 linear feet (47 boxes)

Access Restrictions

Collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply.Advance notice maybe required.

Scope/Contents Note

James Barton (1890-1962) was an American actor, singer, dancer and comedian in vaudeville, theatre, film and television. The James Barton papers document the career and personal life of James Barton through production files,scripts, sheet music, photographs, scrapbooks, contracts, publicity materials, correspondence, and personal ephemera.

Controlled Access Terms

• Barton, Kathryn Mullin.
• Dance -- United States -- 20th century.
• Motion pictures -- United States -- 20th century.
• Television -- United States -- 20th century.
• Theater -- New York (State) -- New York -- 20th century.
• Vaudeville -- United States -- 20th century.
• Clippings.
• Contracts.
• Photographs.
• Scores.
• Scrapbooks.
• Scripts.
• Actors.
• Dancers.