Larry Mintz Collection
Scope and Contents
The collection contains the files of Larry Mintz as well as books, videos, and tapes related to the field of comedy. The files contain humor and analysis related to the subject of the folder in addition to newspaper clippings and essays related to the subject of each file. The books contain information regarding the analysis, exploration, and history of humor. Topics covered include comedian biographies, regional humor, history, and discussion of comedy formats. This audio/visual component of the collection contains VHS tapes and audiocassettes. They are comprised mainly of television shows, stand-up comedy routines, and discussions on comedy itself.
Dates
- 1954 - 2005
Creator
- Mintz, Larry (Person)
Language of Materials
Records in English.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to researchers.
Conditions Governing Use
Some materials may be subject to copyright. No part of the materials protected by copyright may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without written permission from the copyright holder. Researchers are required to seek permission from the copyright holder to reproduce and/or publish materials under copyright.
Extent
12.5 linear feet
Arrangement
The collection is organized into three series which are based on the original order that the creator sent the collection in:
Series 1: Files
Series 2: Books
Series 3: Audio/Visual
Physical Location
4L
Immediate Source of Acquisition
The collection was donated by Larry Mintz in 2005.
Processing Information
Finding aid created by Carolyn Child and Brian Hatch; last updated April 8, 2010.
- Title
- Larry Mintz Collection
- Date
- 2015-04-20
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English.
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Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu