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This short essays presents some thoughts on the status of archives in Polish theatre studies. Historical perspective is taken into consideration, when discussing various approaches to the dichotomy of memory and oblivion. Particular attention is given to performative aspects of theatre archives. In this context, some conclusions are drawn from assumptions expressed by Professor Jan Ciechowicz and concerning objectives of theatrical research.