Irving Brecher recordings, 1944-1951

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Summary

Creators:
Brecher, Irving, 1914-2008
Abstract:
Collection consists of acetate recordings of The Life of Riley radio show, from 1944 to 1951, from screenwriter Irving Brecher (1914-2008).
Extent:
3.5 Linear Feet 7 boxes
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Irving Brecher recordings, Collection no. 2030, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Background

Scope and content:

Collection consists of acetate recordings of The Life of Riley radio show, from 1944 to 1951, from screenwriter Irving Brecher (1914-2008). Inventories of recordings are present in each box.

Biographical / historical:

Irving Brecher (1914-2008) was an American screenwriter. He created, produced, and was head writer for the original radio and early TV edition of "The Life of Riley." Brecher wrote for the Marx Brothers comedy act including their vaudeville, Broadway, and motion pictures.

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Preferred citation:

[Box/folder no. or item name], Irving Brecher recordings, Collection no. 2030, Cinematic Arts Library, USC Libraries, University of Southern California.

Location of this collection:
Cinematic Arts Library
Doheny Memorial Library, Room G4
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0185, US
Contact:
(213) 740-8383
ctlibarc@usc.edu
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