Archiving Fellows

In her first blog post, Bethany shares how the unique history and needs of CPRD has influenced the process of identifying and beginning to plan for the organization of their archives.

In her first blog post, Blair describes getting to know JazzAntiqua’s physical and artistic home at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, their long-time community members, and their rich materials.

In his final blog post, Lingyu reflects on the silences and gaps in traditional archives, and the ways that his work and the work of the other Fellows pushes the field toward representing those missing pieces.

In her final blog post, shady provides a point-by-point overview of her work with Ballethnic this past summer, and offers insight and advice for others working on archiving projects with dance companies.

In the final section of his blog, Quentin writes about digitizing the files of choreographer James Truitte, and includes reflections on Mr. Truitte’s contributions to Dayton Contemporary Dance Company from Sheri “Sparkle” Williams.

In her final blog post, Tere discusses curating an exhibit about the GCAC, the value of seeing the public interact with archives, and key takeaways.

In her final blog post, Hallie writes about how she tackled the many priorities for Dancing Wheels’ archives by getting started on multiple projects and establishing procedures that can be continued by the company staff.

In her second post, shady Radical reflects on the whirlwind experience of attending “Reframing the Narrative” at the Kennedy Center with Ballethnic Dance Company.

In his third blog post, Lingyu reflects on the magic of hearing an archival recording of Charya Burt on San Francisco Public Radio and the power of archives to connect us to the past.

In the third part of his blog, Quentin writes about interviewing long-time DCDC dancer Sheri “Sparkle” Williams, and shares her reflections on her tenure with the company and the influence of various choreographers and teachers.