Barstow Family.

Dates:
Active 1915
Active 1980

Biographical notes:

Richard and Edith Barstow were directors and choreographers.

They were a brother and sister team who worked both together and independently. They are known for their work with the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, for industrial shows, and for stage and television productions.

Richard Barstow was born in Ashbula, Ohio, on April 1, 1908. Mr. Barstow died on May 2, 1981. Edith Barstow died on January 6, 1960, at the age of 53.

From the description of Richard and Edith Barstow Papers, 1915-1980. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122346173

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Subjects:

  • Circus
  • Music Halls (Variety--Theaters, Caberets, etc.)

Occupations:

  • Choreographer
  • Circus performers

Places:

  • United States (as recorded)