Set design drawings

Date: 1956

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-150-006/007

Description: Shows one interior scene of a circus tent, and one exterior scene, of the same trapeze support structure but without the tent cover. Includes figures of circus performers. On the designer's own inventory as item number 19/138. Inscriptions: Recto - beneath image - [Signed and titled] Quantity: 2 drawing(s). Physical Description: Pencil and gouache on sheets, sizes 345 x 500 mm, and 375 x 480 mm.

Date: 1984

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-151-001/002

Description: Shows views of interiors of Romanesque architecture, including domes and archways, and staircases. On the designer's own inventory as item number 40. Inscriptions: Verso - top centre - [Signed and titled] Quantity: 2 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink on card, sizes varying around 370 x 500 mm.

Date: 1995

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-153-001/009

Description: Includes images of forest trees and witches. On the designer's own inventory as item number 41. Quantity: 9 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink drawings on card, 190 x 409 mm.

Date: 1977

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: D-033-008

Description: Shows a stage with proscenium arch, with acting area protruding out into the auditorium area. One lying and one bending figure are at centre stage, and there are three black cloaked figures entering at the left. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Ink and watercolour, on silver paper 667 x 970 mm.

Date: 1990

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-152-001/006

Description: Includes designs for Act I, Scene 1 (Carnival fuigres in a gondola); Act I, Scene 2 (Interior with pool); Act I, Scene 3 (interior); Act II, Scene 1 (with a cannon on higher platform); Act III, Scene 3; Act V, Scene 2 (bedroom scene). On the designer's own inventory as item number 46. The director of the play was Philip Mann. Quantity: 6 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink, pencil and dye on board, 300 x 500 mm.

Date: 1958

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-034/035

Description: Includes set designs for Scene 3 and Scene 3 A. The first shows figures seated and standing near Mother Courage's caravan, with washing hanging on the line, and a flag being raised on a pole. The second shows two figures standing looking at a body lying in the centre, while Katherine, Mother Courage's daughter, stands off to the left. On the designer's own inventory as item number 18/132. Quantity: 2 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink and gouache, on sheets approximately 330 x 510 mm.

Date: 1986

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-153-032/036

Description: Includes designs for slide projections during Part I: Prelude, Dances, Nadir/Zurga duo, Leila entry, Brahma chorus, Nadir aria, entry of devil dancers, finale; Part II: Storm, Brahma chorus, Madame Zurga/Leila duo, Sacrifice, Flames, Finale On the designer's own inventory as item number 06/66. Quantity: 5 watercolour(s) collages on black background. Physical Description: Watercolour on card stuck to black backing, sizes varying from 200 x 285 mm, to 200 x 487 mm.

Date: 1977

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-192/193

Description: Includes a preliminary sketch and background sketches. On the designer's own inventory as item number 22/149. Quantity: 2 drawing(s). Physical Description: Pencil and gouache, on board of sizes varying from 360 x 530 mm, to 760 x 480 mm.

Date: 1982

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-138-002

Description: Shows a set design with stairway at left, and lighted arched windows at the back of the stage. Katherina Cavalieri was played by Louise Dunne, and Teresa Salieri by Dulcie Smart. Quantity: 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Ink, charcoal and watercolour on card, 510 x 730 mm.

Date: 1994 - 1995

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: B-152-034/067

Description: Includes sketches of angels, forest creatures, cage, cottage household goods, animated black cat, flying horses, fox and stag; exterior of gingerbread house; forest scenes, including various exteriors of parents' cottage, and evening hymn; wraiths of mist; Story of Nibblewitch. On the designer's own inventory as item number 01/47. Quantity: 34 drawing(s) some photocopied, some gouache, some ink.. Physical Description: Some photocopies, 300 x 210 mm; some ink sketches, sizes varying; some gouache on coloured paper, 322 x 350 mm. Transfers: Accompanying production notes and schedules transferred to Manuscripts and Archives..

Date: 1965

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-037

Description: Shows figures on sloping ramps, a seated figure at left with two attendants, a central figure holding a flaming torch, and a white-robed figure at the right. The colouring is dark red. On the designer's own inventory as item number 05/63. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Gouache and dye, on card 590 x 400 mm.

Date: 1966

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: D-027-003

Description: Shows the hunter's camp with small tents around a central table, and a campfire at the left. On the designer's own inventory as item number 18/135. Quantity: 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Acrylic on board, 350 x 550 mm, attached to backing 765 x 711 mm.

Date: 1960

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-111/112

Description: Includes a sketch of the interior of the Town Hall with the orchestra in place; and a sheet of props for the Shepherds, including basket, crooks, lights. On the designer's own inventory as item number 05/61. Quantity: 2 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Gouache and pencil on cards, 440 x 650 mm, and 570 x 700 mm.

Date: 1979

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-217

Description: Shows a circular lobby surround with pillars. At the left is a couch with cushions showing swastikas on red. On the designer's own inventory as item number 04/59. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Pencil and gouache, on board 510 x 730 mm.

Date: 1975

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-161

Description: Shows figures arranged in a living room setting, with low sofa flat cushions, occasional tables, pot plants, reminiscent of the 1960s. On the designer's own inventory as item number 22/147. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Pastel and gouache, on board 430 x 470 mm.

Date: 1967

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-214

Description: Shows a street scene for the opening scene of the play. A single figure stands in the centre. On the designer's own inventory as item number 22/152. Quantity: 1 drawing(s). Physical Description: Pastel and gouache, on board 460 x 760 mm.

Date: 1978

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-194

Description: Shows figures arranged on different levels of a geometrically-constructed stage. There is a headless statue of a winged angel near the top. On the designer's own inventory as item number 22/146. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Ink and gouache, on card, 450 x 550 mm.

Date: 1975

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-158

Description: Shows figures arranged on stage, some in glass cases. On the designer's own inventory as item number 22/151. Quantity: 1 watercolour(s). Physical Description: Pencil and gouache, on board 350 x 460 mm.

Date: 1969

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-046/048

Description: One set in ink and gouache shows a standard scene in an eighteenth century drawing room. The other two are much more abstract and minimalist. On the designer's own inventory as item number 06/69. Quantity: 3 drawing(s). Physical Description: Gouache, and ink or crayon, on card varying around 390 x 620 mm.

Date: 1985

By: Boyce, Raymond Stanley (Dr), 1928-2019

Reference: C-134-169/170

Description: Includes designs for Acts I, II, III and IV. On the designer's own inventory as item numbers 37 and 38. Quantity: 2 drawing(s). Physical Description: Pencil and felt tip, irregularly shaped, mounted on boards 495 x 752 mm.