Research Catalog
Charles Pierce papers
- Title
- Charles Pierce papers, 1954-1998.
- Author
- Pierce, Charles, 1926-1999.
- Supplementary Content
- Finding Aid
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8 Items
| Status | Container | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 1 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 1 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 2 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 2 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 3 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 3 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 4 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 4 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 5 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 5 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 6 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 6 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 7 | Mixed material | Supervised use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 7 | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Available - Can be used on site. Please visit New York Public Library - Performing Arts Research Collections to submit a request in person. | Box 8. Realia: Make-up mouse | Mixed material | Restricted use | *T-Mss 1998-008 Box 8. Realia: Make-up mouse | Performing Arts Research Collections - Theatre |
Details
- Additional Authors
- Description
- 3.25 linear ft. (8 boxes).
- Summary
- The Charles Pierce Papers include correspondence, biographical information, writings, scripts, photographs, clippings, programs, and scrapbooks documenting his career from the 1960's through the 1990's. Also included is a small textile stuffed mouse that was sentimental to Pierce.
- The papers include letters and notes from Pierce's friends and colleagues including Julie Harris, Bob Mowers, Kitt Russell, and Liz Smith. Also included are some papers and photographs relating to female impersonators and their history in the performing arts.
- Subjects
- Genre/Form
- Photographic prints.
- Scrapbooks.
- Scripts.
- Access (note)
- Collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply. Advance notice may be required.
- Source (note)
- Pierce, Charles
- Biography (note)
- Charles Pierce, female impressionist and actor, was born in Watertown, New York in 1926.
- Charles Pierce performed in nightclubs across the United States since 1954. His early impressions were done with props and puppets. During the 1960's he began to don full female costumes for his act and became well known for his portrayals of Joan Collins, Bette Davis, Katharine Hepburn, Mae West, and other Hollywood legends. His acting credits include stage, movie, and television roles. Charles Pierce died in North Hollywood, California on May 31, 1999.
- Indexes/Finding Aids (note)
- Finding aid available in repository and on the Internet.
- Processing Action (note)
- Processed
- Call Number
- *T-Mss 1998-008
- OCLC
- NYPW99-A120
- Author
- Pierce, Charles, 1926-1999.
- Title
- Charles Pierce papers, 1954-1998.
- Restricted Access
- Collection is open to the public. Library policy on photography and photocopying will apply. Advance notice may be required.
- Biography
- Charles Pierce, female impressionist and actor, was born in Watertown, New York in 1926.Charles Pierce performed in nightclubs across the United States since 1954. His early impressions were done with props and puppets. During the 1960's he began to don full female costumes for his act and became well known for his portrayals of Joan Collins, Bette Davis, Katharine Hepburn, Mae West, and other Hollywood legends. His acting credits include stage, movie, and television roles. Charles Pierce died in North Hollywood, California on May 31, 1999.
- Indexes
- Finding aid available in repository and on the Internet.
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- Added Author
- Harris, Julie, 1925-2013.Mowers, Bob.Russell, Kitt.Smith, Liz, 1923-2017.
- Research Call Number
- *T-Mss 1998-008