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

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.

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.