Reproduces the archives of the Old Vic Theatre, documenting its history from its founding in 1914 to 1963, when it became the National Theatre of Great Britain under the direction of Sir Laurence Olivier. The archives are arranged under prompts, scripts, and production books; programs; press cuttings; photographs; biographies; private correspondence; minutes and annual reports; and contracts, agreements, accounts, and business correspondence.

Contains material on set and costume design, theatre records and press cutting, posters, playbills, photographs, and features a pamphlet collection and production records.