German Operetta Prompt Book Collection Span: [184-]-[189-] German collection 6 ft. 3 boxes This collection contains more than 150 prompt books for German operettas dating from the second to the last quarter of the nineteenth century. The books, some handcopied and others published, reflect the contemporary operetta repertory in Germany and Austria. Among the names of librettists and composers are the frequent collaborators Richard Genée, F. Zell (Camillo Walzel), and Johann Strauss the Younger; a prompt book of the latter’s Simplicius is among those in the collection. Many of the books link to important theater agencies such as Gustav Lewy and August Cranz. Most contain a list of production dates penciled inside the front cover. Approximately 150 bound prompt books, some copyist volumes and other printed editions. German Operetta Prompt Book Collection, Music Division, Library of Congress German Operetta Theater prompt books from the 19th century. Researchers wishing to work with special collections are advised to inquire in advance about availability of material since many special collections are stored off-site. Certain restrictions to use or copying of materials may apply. Opera Theater Genée, Richard Zell, F. Strauss, Jr., Johann Performing Arts Encyclopedia scdb Music Division, Library of Congress IHAS 120821 loc.natlib.scdb.200033796