Description
George Schaefer (1920-1991) was a producer and director for television, film, and theatre productions. The collection consists
of correspondence, production files, and scrapbooks related to Schaefer's career, particularly his work with television's
Hallmark Hall of Fame.
Background
George Schaefer (1920-1997) earned his B.A. from Lafayette College before attending Yale Drama School for one year. He enlisted
in the army during World War II, where he directed over fifty plays for the Central Pacific Base Command. Following the war,
he headed to New York to continue his work in the theatre. In 1953 he began his collaboration with Hallmark Hall of Fame television
productions, directing a live televised stage performance of Hamlet. Schaefer eventually produced and/or directed 57 Hallmark
productions, while he continued his work in theatre, feature films, and other television movies. His career spanned over 60
years, during which time he received many accolades. In 1985, he became the chair of the UCLA School of Theatre, Film, and
Television. Two years later, he became Associate Dean. Schaefer died following a long illness in 1991.
Extent
46.6 Linear Feet
(56 boxes, 23 oversize flat boxes, 1 map folder, and 1 shoe box)
Restrictions
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and pursue the copyright owner or his or her heir for permission to publish where The UC Regents do not hold the copyright.
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