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Performing arts

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 181 Collections and/or Records:

Photograph - Miracle of the Flowers, 1930

 File
Identifier: D037.05.0004.0033
Abstract

File contains photograph of the first version of the Lillian Cushing Ballet: "The Miracle of the Flowers" dated May 5 1930.

Dates: 1930

Photograph - Miracle of The Flowers, 1942

 File
Identifier: D037.05.0005.0014
Abstract

File contains 11 x 14" photograph, full stage of the Lillian Cushing Ballet: "The Miracle of the Flowers."

Dates: 1942

Photographs, 1971-2002

 Series
Identifier: D013.07
Scope and Contents

This series contains sheets of colored slides of photogrpahs taken by Steve Winber of what appear to be rehearsals and performances presented by Colorado Contemporary Dance. Very few are labeled in any identifying way.

Dates: 1971-2002

Photographs, Castillion Impressions, 1931

 File
Identifier: D037.02.0003.0010
Abstract

File contains two photograpgs of the full stage production number, "Castillion Impressions" at the Paramount in Los Angeles during the week of March 5-11 1931. Maxine Lowers appears to be the dancer in the balcony in both photos.

Dates: 1931

Photographs - Denver Civic Ballet, 1965

 File
Identifier: D037.02.0003.0043
Abstract

File contains 16 photographs of eith a final or dress rehearsal for Denver Civic Ballet's production of "Cinderella." Michelle O'Bryan as "Cinderella" and Marcos Daredes as "Prince Charming."

Dates: 1965

Photographs - Leo Britt, 1932, 1934, 1936, 1950

 File
Identifier: D037.02.0003.0011
Abstract

File contains 3 signed portraits of British born film and TV actor, Leo Britt. Inscribed to "Helena" Maxine Lower appears in one of the portraits. Threre are additional candid of Leo Britt inscribed to "Helena" from europe in the 1930's and a later two from the 1950's. Additonal portrait of unknonwn actor, same vintage. Photographer: Gibson, Chicago. There is also three candid of the unknown actor, possibly in Euripe. One photo is dated April 19, 1936 on the back.

Dates: 1932; 1934; 1936; 1950

Photographs - The Great Waltz, 1934 - 1935

 File
Identifier: D037.02.0003.0013
Abstract File includes photos of "The Great Waltz." "The Great Waltz" opened at the Center Theatre (Rockefeller Center) on September 22, 1934 and ran for 298 performances. Maxine Lower is listed under the stage name Alita Duncan, Coprs de Ballet. Photograhps include four full-stage view of the production, four portraits of cast members (some are signed), as well as an assortment of candid photographs taken on waht appears to be the top or roof of the Center Theatre. Information sheet on "The Great...
Dates: 1934 - 1935

Photographs/Article - European Tour, 1933-1953

 File
Identifier: D037.05.0004.0036
Abstract

File contains Live Action Photograph of dancers performing in the 1933 European Tour with dancer Carolyn Parks held aloft. Post card candid photograph of Lillian Cushing in Venice, Piazza San Marco. Copy of Dance Magazine Article, June 1953 dicussing the Cushing School and the 20 year reunion of the tour partipants in Paris, France.

Dates: 1933-1953

Plaque Comemorating the World Premiere of the ''Ballad of Baby Doe'' at Central City, between 1956-1959

 Item
Identifier: M123.03.0069.0001.00037
Abstract

Two unidentified men prepare to mount a plaque comemorating the world premiere of the ''Balad of Baby Doe'' on July 7, 1956 at the Central City Opera.

Dates: between 1956-1959