St. Clair Bayfield papers, 1898-1986

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Creator

Bayfield, St. Clair, 1875-1967.

Location

Billy Rose Theatre Division

Extent

• 2 lin. ft. (4 boxes, 6 scrapbooks).

Scope/Contents Note

The St. Clair Bayfield collection contains clippings, correspondence, photographs, a poster, programs, scripts and other material that document Mr. Bayfield's acting career and the St. Clair Bayfield awards.

Biographical/Historical Note

St. Clair Bayfield (John St. Clair Roberts), a character actor known for his many Shakespearean roles, was born August 2, 1875 in Cheltenham, England. After Mr. Bayfielddied on May 19, 1967, his widow, Kathleen Bayfield, helpedto establish an annual award in his name. The award, administered by Actors Equity Association, is given to an actor or actress in a non-featured role in a Shakespeareanproduction.

Controlled Access Terms

• Bayfield, St. Clair, 1875-1967.
• Theater -- United States.
• Actors.