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Performing arts

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 32 Collections and/or Records:

Aurora Northland Lesbian Center records

 Collection
Identifier: S6167
Abstract

The collection contains articles of incorporation; by-laws; updated mission statements; organizational policies and procedures; board minutes and accompanying materials including some financial statements, 1990-2009; newsletters, 1989-1994; letters; news clippings; and phone/drop-in logs.

Dates: 1988-2012

Blackthorn Theater records

 Collection
Identifier: S2456
Abstract

The collection consists of scripts, programs, posters, photographs, reviews, attendance statistics, publicity materials and news releases.

Dates: 1979-1981

Joseph Braverman music scores

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S2412
Abstract

The collection contains photocopies of musical scores. Most of the scores are copies of unpublished music written by Joseph Braverman.

Dates: not dated

Brin Jewish Arts Endowment records

 Collection
Identifier: umja0189
Abstract

These records consist of materials relating to the operation of the Brin Jewish Arts Endowment, a Minnesota-based Jewish arts grant.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1930-2020

Nathan Cohen scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: S3034
Abstract

The collection consists of a single scrapbook containing news clippings on Duluth, Minnesota theater events.

Dates: 1903-1904; Majority of material found in 1903 February-1904 February

Colder by the Lake Comedy Theatre records

 Collection — Box Oversize
Identifier: S6151
Abstract

The collection contains 11 items including posters and promotional materials, a program for the production of Alice in Tundraland, and a piece of letterhead stationery.

Dates: 1984-1990; Majority of material found in 1984

Corah L. Colbrath notebooks

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S3179
Abstract

The collection contains three notebooks entitled “Record of Plays Seen.” Most of the plays listed were performed at the Lyceum and Orpheum theaters in Duluth, Minnesota.

Dates: 1910-1955

Dudley Riggs papers

 Collection
Identifier: PA111
Abstract

This collection consists of the personal papers of Dudley Riggs and the business records of the Brave New Workshop, a sketch and improvisational comedy theater based in Minneapolis that was founded by Dudley Riggs.

Dates: 1946-2014

Duluth Ice Follies records

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S6045
Abstract

The collection consists of one reel to reel tape [identified as reel number 131] of the Sunday, March 25, 1962 ice skating performance "Wild West--Dance Hall Girls" in the event titled Musical Century on Ice. The five performers named are: Susie Underdahl, Rowena Larson, Jan Loiselle, Arlene Hildebrandt, and Louise Karon.

Dates: 1962; Majority of material found in 1962 March 25

Duluth Summer Festival of the Arts records

 Collection
Identifier: S3792
Abstract

The collection consists of working files, including letters, brochures, press releases, photographs, and clippings.

Dates: 1979-1981

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association records

 Collection
Identifier: S3001
Abstract

The collection contains correspondence, minutes, financial records, publicity materials, news clippings and programs.

Dates: 1925-1981

Duluth Theaters clippings scrapbook

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S2443
Abstract

This scrapbook consists of newspaper clippings relative to the Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin area theaters' productions and players.

Dates: 1902-1904

Kenneth Duncan scrapbooks

 Collection
Identifier: S3134
Abstract

The collection consists of four scrapbooks containing letters, news clippings, text of a speech and ephemera.

Dates: 1953-1970

Edgars Schultz papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: IHRC3388
Abstract

Collection consists of materials pertaining to the Minnesota Latvian Youth Theater (photo albums, reports, skecthes and directions for stage scenery, plays by various authors, design skecthes for the Latvian House removable stage). Included are also personal letters (1965-1972).

Dates: 1923-2001

Jens H. Flaaten papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S3147
Abstract

The collection contains letters regarding Flaaten's work, recommendations, and appreciation; news clippings about events concerning bands and band members, Flaaten's activities as musical director,  and personal and family events; photographs depicting his work, family, and friends. The collection includes clippings and programs of the Beethoven Chamber Music Club circa 1900–1902.

Dates: 1896-1958

Elizabeth J. Goodsell slides

 Collection
Identifier: S4532
Abstract

The collection consists of approximately 1,240 black and white and color slides of Duluth sites, views, events, and activities from 1955-1973.

Dates: 1955-1973

H.A. Wilson scrapbook

 Collection
Identifier: PA012E
Abstract

The scrapbook includes numerous illustrations relating to music and musicians, a variety of programs, and miscellaneous clippings relating to musical concerts she attended in North Dakota and Minnesota.

Dates: 1915-1962

Hazomir Choral Society records

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S2411
Abstract

The collection contains minutes and the organization's constitution.

Dates: 1934-1941

Howard Evenson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: PA093
Abstract

Collection contains photographs, clippings, programs, and board materials.

Dates: 1957 - 1980

Lyceum Theatre records

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S2324
Abstract

The collection contains circulars and programs, 1900-1940; photographs, 1966; a tour speech from 1966; and an agreement between A.M. Miller and the Lyceum for a theatre box in exchange for land.

Dates: 1900-1966

Matinee Musicale records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S2224
Abstract

The collection contains a complete series of administrative records including board minutes, annual reports, committee reports, financial statements, membership lists. The collection also includes publicity files, programs, photographs, scrapbooks and news clippings.

Dates: 1900-2002

Molly Davies video recordings

 Collection
Identifier: PA155
Abstract

Collection includes 8 digital video recordings of film projects by Molly Davies.

Dates: 2009-2012

North Country Women's Coffeehouse records

 Collection
Identifier: S6162
Abstract

The collection contains articles of incorporation and bylaws, financial statements, flyers, membership and mailing lists, membership surveys, promotional and biographical material from performers, posters, and local and national pamphlets and publications.

Dates: 1981-2008; Majority of material found in 1981-1995

Orpheum Theatre circulars and programs

 Collection — Box SC
Identifier: S2325
Abstract

The collection consists of circulars and programs from the Duluth, Minnesota Orpheum Theatre.

Dates: 1912-1924

Paul E. Karvonen papers

 Collection
Identifier: IHRC1188
Abstract

Karvonen composed numerous works for organ, piano, choir, band, orchestra, chamber groups, solo voice, and solo instruments, the sheet music for which comprises the collection. Included are also materials containing biographical information, correspondence, research notes, and concert programs.

Dates: 1950-1991

Bertha Richards papers

 Collection
Identifier: S3049
Abstract

The collection contains correspondence, 1881-1942; newspaper clippings, 1916-1963; photographs, 1894-1950; poems; programs of her concert series, 1916-1928; and miscellaneous reference materials.

Dates: 1881-1963

Meda St. Pierre Reminiscences oral history audiotape

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: S2455
Abstract

The collection consists of one audiocassette, made in Duluth, Minnesota, in 1970 with Mr. Gerard Spencer and Mr. D. C. Vaughn present.

Dates: 1970 February 13

The Metropolitan Opera on Tour collection

 Collection
Identifier: PA040
Abstract

Collection contains administrative records, programs, press clippings, photographs, videotapes, scrapbooks, and slides of Metropolitan Opera performances at Northrop Memorial Auditorium, University of Minnesota.

Dates: 1945-1986

This is My Country sung by the Carillon Chorale

 Collection — Item 1
Identifier: S6150
Abstract

The collection consists of one 12 in. 33 1/3 rpm monographic LP sound recording of the Carillon Chorale, directed by Muriel Lindor.

Dates: circa 1969

Truly Trousdale Latchaw collection

 Collection
Identifier: PA038
Abstract

Collection contains sheet music, posters, playbills and research notes on the theatre, Mormon heritage and family history.

Dates: circa 1980s