An important signed document, outlining the original aims and leadership of the influential and highly successful dance company and school. Opened shortly after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the school was founded by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook in a spirit of optimism and idealism, aiming to "promote better understanding and more friendly relationship between the various races and ethnic groups." 7 typed pages with holograph insertions, on onionskin. 8 x 13 inches. Dated December 17, 1968, it is signed by members of the Board, including Arthur Mitchell (Executive Director), George Balanchine (First Vice President), Borck Peters (Second Vice President), Cicely Tyson (Third Vice President) and Nancy Lassalle (Secretary). Sold together with an unsigned brochure from the early years of the company. An extraordinary document.
An important signed document, outlining the original aims and leadership of the influential and highly successful dance company and school. Opened shortly after the death of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the school was founded by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook in a spirit of optimism and idealism, aiming to "promote better understanding and more friendly relationship between the various races and ethnic groups." 7 typed pages with holograph insertions, on onionskin. 8 x 13 inches. Dated December 17, 1968, it is signed by members of the Board, including Arthur Mitchell (Executive Director), George Balanchine (First Vice President), Borck Peters (Second Vice President), Cicely Tyson (Third Vice President) and Nancy Lassalle (Secretary). Sold together with an unsigned brochure from the early years of the company. An extraordinary document.