Cassidy, Claudia
Person
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Claudia Cassidy Papers
Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Cassidy
Abstract
Articles and reviews, correspondence, broadcast scripts, photographs, and clippings of the Chicago Tribune performing arts critic from 1942 to 1965. Cassidy wrote her influential "On the Aisle" column for the Tribune, then wrote freelance criticism and hosted a weekly program of arts criticism for WFMT, helping to shape the course of music, theater, and dance in Chicago.
Dates:
1880s-1996; Majority of material found within 1930 - 1985
George Estevez papers
Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Estevez
Abstract
Clippings, correspondence, flyers, photographs, and programs of George Estevez, founder and director of the Choral Ensemble of Chicago. Originally called the Chicago Chamber Choir and founded at the Jane Addams Hull House Center, the choir later moved to St. Paul's United Church of Christ and remains a volunteer organization using professional musicians as needed. Material on Ruth Page, Mary Gehr, Rudolph Ganz, Claudia Cassidy, Richard Christiansen, and many others is present.
Dates:
1968-1998
Mike Nussbaum Papers
Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Nussbaum
Abstract
Playscripts, photographs, clippings, and miscellaneous personal and production materials of Chicago actor and director known for his work with playwright David Mamet and the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Dates:
1945-2017; Majority of material found within 1964 - 2015