Vitalis Zukauskas papers

Collection

Identifier: IHRC2930

Staff Only

Abstract

Papers (1949-1969) of Vitalis Zukauskas, a Lithuanian American dramatist and author of the History of Lithuanian Theater from 1574 to 1864 include programs; announcements; bulletins; and miscellany on Lithuan American cultural activities.

Dates

Creation: 1949-1969

Creator

Zukauskas, Vitalis. (Person)

Language of Materials

Lithuanian

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS

Open for use in the Elmer L. Andersen Library reading room.

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HISTORICAL SKETCH

Vitalis Zukauskas was born in Lithuania and came to the United States after World War II. In 1951, he organized the Lithuanian Community Players in Brooklyn, New York. A dramatist and author, he also performed as a comedian in a topical one-man show called the Theater of One; the show was staged for Lithuanian audiences in Canada, Australian, and the United States.