African American dancers
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Jeraldyne Blunden Collection
Collection
Identifier: MS-337
Abstract
This collection consists of correspondence, schedules, notebooks, and business and financial records from Jeraldyne Blunden the founder of the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company and the creator of Jeraldyne's School of the Dance. There are also personal papers in the collection such as family reunion and wedding materials, insurance information and awards. Also included are scrapbook photos taken for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre Tour from 1962-1972.
Dates:
1960-2000
Found in:
Special Collections
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company Records
Collection
Identifier: MS-273
Abstract
The Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) was established in 1949 in order to provide dance education among Dayton's urban youth. Since that time, DCDC has grown to become a prestigious, internationally recognized minority dance company, which is committed to preserving and performing classic and contemporary works by great African American choreographers. The collection consists of administrative files, financial records, performance records, personnel files, programs, publicity...
Dates:
1964-2002
Found in:
Special Collections
