Level of Description
Series
Scope and Contents
The general records and papers series (1922-1978) contains newspaper articles dating from 1922, tracing the rise of burlesque in New York City, New York. This series also includes correspondence and papers about Harold Minsky and Eddie Lynch, his manager for many years, published articles about the various Minsky shows, photographs of showgirls, and rehearsal photographs for a show in New York City in 1964. Also included are book sale correspondence for The Night They Raided Minsky’s and promotional information on the motion picture of the same name, production cost receipts, bills, payroll receipts, profit and loss statements, and costume designs and prices.
Date
1922-1978
Extent
0.46 Cubic Feet (1 box)
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00290
Collection Name: Minsky's Burlesque Records
Box/Folder: N/A
Collection Name: Minsky's Burlesque Records
Box/Folder: N/A
Additional Description
Arrangement
Material is arranged in rough alphabetical order.
Administrative Information
English