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Connecticut Opera Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS-CTO

Scope and Contents

Contains primarily programs and some advertisements for the Connecticut Opera.

Dates

  • 1943-1946, 1951-1954, 1957, 1973-1975, 1977, 1979-1985, 1990-1994

Conditions Governing Access

The records are stored in a restricted area and therefore may not be available on a same-day basis.

Conditions Governing Use

See Hartford History Center's Collection Use policy. Permission to publish from the collection must be obtained in writing from curator of the Hartford History Center, and a copy of the published work may be requested by the Hartford History Center. The Hartford History Center reserves the right to refuse permission to publish, etc. to those who have not complied with its policies. Use of the collections will normally not be permitted for the purpose of promotion of commercial products and services or political campaigns. Hartford History Center at Hartford Public Library reserves the right to limit the number of photographic prints/captures and to restrict the use or reproduction of rare, fragile, or valuable objects.

Biographical / Historical

Established in 1942 through the efforts of Frank Pandolfi, Connecticut Opera brought internationally known singers to Hartford. After 67 seasons, in February 2009, Connecticut Opera closed, citing economic conditions.

Extent

.25 Linear Feet (1 half letter box)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

Programs and ephemera from Connecticut Opera.

Arrangement

Arranged in chronological order.

Author
Katie Bushman
Date
August 2026
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Hartford History Center Repository

Contact:
Hartford History Center
Hartford Public Library
500 Main St
Hartford CT 06103 USA
860.695.6297