Summary |
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| Creator: | Sachs, Bernard L., 1914-2000. |
| Title: | Bernard L. Sachs Papers |
| Dates: | 1947-1951 |
| Size: | 1 box (.5 linear foot) |
| Abstract: | The Bernard L. Sachs Papers comprise photographs and notes from a number of dramatic production stage designs from the Syracuse University Instructor of Drama, Bernard L. Sachs. |
| Language: | English |
| Repository: |
University Archives, Special Collections Research Center Syracuse University Libraries 222 Waverly Ave., Suite 600 Syracuse, NY 13244-2010 https://library.syracuse.edu/special-collections-research-center/university-archives |
Biography
Bernard L. Sachs was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 16, 1914. In 1937, he attained a certification from The Cooper Union Art School in Manhattan with a focus on painting and design. Over the next few years, he worked as a freelance artist and designer. Sachs continued his education at The New School in New York City, taking a drama workshop.
Postponing his career, Sachs joined the Army Corps of Engineers in 1942, reaching the rank of 1st lieutenant. He traveled all over Europe during and after the war before leaving the army in 1946. He went back to The New School as an instructor and technical director for a year, as well as working at the Rollins Theatre School nearby.
Sachs stayed interested in design but also took a heavy interest in drama and speech, which led to a position at Syracuse University. He worked as an Instructor of Drama as well as the technical director and designer for multiple stage productions during his time at Syracuse University. He started teaching in the fall of 1947 and left in the summer of 1951, working on at least 15 plays. He also earned a Bachelor's in Fine Arts in 1950 while working at the University.
Bernard L. Sachs died June 29, 2000.
Scope and Content Note
The Bernard L. Sachs Papers contain photographs and slides of the production and stage designs he created for 12 plays at Syracuse University, with some notes pertaining to the production, actors and location of the performances. There are also production photos for 3 plays not associated with Syracuse University where he worked as technical director and designer. A review and photos of a versatile dimmer control board by Sachs is also included.
Restrictions
Access Restrictions
Please note that the collection is housed off-site, and advance notice is required to allow time to have the materials brought to the Reading Room on campus.
Use Restrictions
Written permission must be obtained from University Archives,
Special Collections Research Center
Syracuse University Libraries and all relevant rights holders
before publishing quotations, excerpts or images from any materials in this
collection.
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Preferred Citation
Preferred citation for this material is as follows:
Bernard L. Sachs Papers,
University Archives,
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Acquisition Information
The Bernard L. Sachs Papers were donated to the Archives in 2000 by Naomi Sachs, the wife of the late Bernard L. Sachs.
Processing Information
Materials are housed in acid-free folders and box.
Finding Aid Information
Created by: Matthew Isom
Date: 2014
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