May O'Donnell and Ray Green papers 1890-2004 1940-1988

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May O'Donnell and Ray Green papers 1890-2004 1940-1988

http://archives.nypl.org/dan/18777

May O'Donnell was an American modern dancer and choreographer. Her husband, Ray Green was an American composer who created works for dance companies as well as orchestral, choral, and children's pieces. The May O'Donnell and Ray Green papers contain correspondence, choreographic notes, scores, photographs, and other materials relating to the professional and personal lives of the couple.

34.79 linear feet; 90 boxes

The New York Public Library. Jerome Robbins Dance Division.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6310781

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