Richard Bull Papers 1926-2003

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Richard Bull Papers 1926-2003

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Papers documenting the professional life of dancer, teacher, choreographer and arts administrator, Richard Niles Bull. Bulk dates, 1964-1998, include his work as teacher and administrator at New York University, the State University of New York at Brockport, and Wesleyan University; his creative work for his companies the New York Chamber Dance Group, Improvisational Dance Ensemble, and the Richard Bull Dance Theatre; and his work as an administrator of the Improvisational Arts Ensembles and producer of performances, classes and workshops at the Warren Street Performance Loft. Included also is a small selection of photos, slides and personal papers.

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The New York Public Library. Jerome Robbins Dance Division.

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Richard Niles Bull, a pioneer in the art of performance improvisation in dance, was born on July 3, 1931, in Detroit, Mich. While earning a BA in sociology from Wayne State University, he supported himself as a jazz pianist and, upon moving to New York City in 1952, continued to pursue a musical career. Bull began his dance training at this time with Maxine Munt and Alfred Brooks, and soon joined their company. He later studied with Erick Hawkins, Alwin Nikolais, and Mary Anthony. ...

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William John James (1860-1941) was College Librarian from 1891 to 1929 and Assistant Treasurer of Wesleyan from 1908 to 1929. From the description of William John James Trustee and Financial Records, 1870 - 1939. (Wesleyan University). WorldCat record id: 499124185 The Wesleyan Glee Club formed in 1846 and frequently traveled and performed from the mid-19th century through the mid-20th century. The Glee Club, along with the Chapel Choir and Concert Choir, performed at the an...

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