Hand-written performance material relating to different aspects of Tommy Coopers act and performances. Material includes handwritten lists of gags, tricks, stand-up routines, audience lines and stage plans. The majority of material is handwritten by Cooper himself on papers, envelopes, card and packaging.
Hand-Written Performance Material
This material is held atV&A Theatre and Performance Collections
- Reference
- GB 71 THM/469/6
- Dates of Creation
- 1947-1984
- Physical Description
- 4 Boxes
Scope and Content
Arrangement
The material is arranged into different aspects of Tommy Cooper's performance, including opening patter, tricks, stand-up, gags, audience lines, prop lists, TV routines and stage plans.