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Charles Grapewin and Anna Chance vaudeville scrapbook

Charles Grapewin and Anna Chance vaudeville scrapbook

Descriptive Summary

Title: Charles Grapewin and Anna Chance vaudeville scrapbook
Creator: Grapewin, Charley, 1869-1956
Creator: Chance, Anna
Inclusive Dates: 1902-1903
Language(s): English
Extent: 0.1 Linear Feet 1 scrapbook
Collection Number: ms4198
Repository: Hargrett Library

Collection Description

Historical Note

Charles Grapewin (1869-1956) was a circus acrobat, writer, and performer in vaudeville, on stage, and in motion pictures from their earliest forms. As a vaudeville performer, he partnered with his wife Anna Chance (1875-1943. Grapewin's most memorable movie role was playing Uncle Henry, husband of Aunt Em, in The Wizard of Oz.

Scope and Content

This collection contains a scrapbook featuring newspaper reviews and advertisements for the performances of Charles Grapewin and Anna Chance, recording their 1902-1903 season.


Administrative Information

Preferred Citation

Charles Grapewin and Anna Chance vaudeville scrapbook, ms4198, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.


Related Materials and Subjects

Subject Terms

Clippings (information artifacts)
Scrapbooks
Theater -- United States.
Vaudeville -- United States.

Series Descriptions and Folder Listing

 
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