John Butler papers 1918-1992

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John Butler papers 1918-1992

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John Butler (1918-1993) was a dancer and choreographer who combined both classical and modern dance styles in his work. After a brief period leading his own dance company, Butler became a successful freelance choreographer on television and for dance companies around the world. The John Butler Papers consist of correspondence, programs, clippings, photographs, scrapbooks and other professional records.

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The New York Public Library. Jerome Robbins Dance Division.

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