Alwin Nikolais, 1940 - 1989
Scope and Contents
Itineraries are administrative files that document the dates and places of performances, dance festivals and residencies. The itineraries of Alwin Nikolais include the Playhouse Dance Company (1940’s – 1950’s), Alwin Nikolais Dance Company (1960’s) and Nikolais Dance Theatre (1970’s – 1989). The itineraries of Murray Louis include the Playhouse Dance Company (1950’s) and Murray Louis Dance Company (1950’s – 1989’s). The itineraries of the Nikolais and Murray Louis Dance Company (1990 – 1995) and the Murray Louis and Nikolais Dance Company (1996 – 1999) are included. Also, The Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company, performing the Nikolais Dance Theatre pieces are included. Folders are arranged chronologically and by artist. The sub-series was received from 1999 through 2011.
Dates
- Creation: 1940 - 1989
Creator
- From the Collection: Nikolais, Alwin (1910 November 25-1993 May 8) (Person)
- From the Collection: Louis, Murray (1926 November 4-2016 February 1) (Person)
Extent
From the Collection: 400 cubic feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections Repository