Dirk Alphin collection of Valencia Rose videotapes, 1985

Summary

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Abstract:

Extent:

1 carton

Language:

Preferred citation:

Dirk Alphin collection of Valencia Rose videotapes. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains 20 VHS videocassette tapes of performances from the last month of shows at the Valencia Rose in 1985. The videotapes were recorded by Dirk Alphin, who was operations manager of the Valencia Rose and Josie’s Juice Joint and Cabaret. The collection includes performances by Tom Ammiano, Mothertongue Readers Theatre, Lea DeLaria, Jose Sarria and lots of queer comedy. There are also 3 VHS tapes recorded by Donald Montwill, including footage of Josie’s Juice Joint. GSSO linked terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008517; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008531; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_004301

Acquisition information:

Gift of Dirk Alphin on June 17, 2011.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

Nightlife
Stand-up comedy
Theater
Bars and Clubs
Performance
Comedy
San Francisco (Calif.)

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Preferred citation:

Dirk Alphin collection of Valencia Rose videotapes. GLBT Historical Society

Location of this collection:

GLBT Historical Society

989 Market Street, Lower Level

San Francisco, CA 94103, US

Contact:

(415) 777-5455

reference@glbthistory.org

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