Papers of Joseph Rickard, 1946-2003.

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Papers of Joseph Rickard, 1946-2003.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/704811932

The papers consist of correspondence, manuscripts, documents, and printed material related to the FNCB, NCB and local ballet companies; the papers also include sheet music and original music scores, ballet production files and photographs for the FNCB and NCB. The papers are especially strong as a visual record with a large number of photographs, publicity material, costume sketches, and printed posters.

2513 pieces.18 boxes.

Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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SNAC Resource ID: 8032657

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