Dates: 1972-1991. Size: 6 linear feet in 10 Boxes, includes 1 Oversize Folder, 194 Photographs, 188 Negatives, 9 Slides. Chicago Public Library, Harold Washington Library Center, Special Collections, Chicago Theater Collection. Starting in 1981 as the Free Shakespeare Company, the theatrical organization changed its name to Chicago Shakespeare Company (CSC) in 1985. The company sought to bring innovative approaches to Shakespearean and related works and was committed to bringing performances to those who might not otherwise see them with their touring company. The collection includes administrative and production history files that span nine seasons from 1981 to 1991. [Finding Aid]