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Virna Harman Walker Johnston papers
Collection
Identifier: Dance-MS-JohnstonV
Abstract
Correspondence, programs, report cards, and clippings relating to Chicago dancer and dance instructor Virna Harman Walker Johnston.
Dates:
1903-1959; Majority of material found within 1918-1930
Alan Howard papers
Collection
Identifier: Dance-MS-Howard
Abstract
Clippings, photographs, programs, assorted miscellaneous printed material and memorabilia relating to ballet dancers and dance companies.
Dates:
1924-2002; Majority of material found within 1980-2002
Lillian Lipson ephemera collection
Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Lipson
Abstract
Around 150 pieces of ephemera, primarily performing arts, collected by Lillian Lipson. Collection includes programs, playbills, flyers, advertisements, tickets, menus, postcards, and brochures from dance, theater, and music performances in Chicago along with materials from local businesses and attractions.
Dates:
1933-1981
Ellen Goldsmith papers
Collection
Identifier: Midwest-MS-Goldsmith
Abstract
Large collection of photographs relating to the ballet, opera and cinema, dating from the 1940s through the early 1970s, amassed by Ellen (Teddy) Goldsmith, backstage worker at the Civic Opera House, home of the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Many of the photographs are professional portraits of opera stars and ballet dancers – many autographed – and hundreds of personal and backstage snapshots. Also, a group of photos of movie stills, popular celebrities and performers, plus a small amount of...
Dates:
1933-2007