Posts tagged dance history

A Dancer’s Life: Meet Mollie Fennell Numark, Part II

I took the train with Betty [fellow dancer from Aladdin. See Part I of this article series] to London.  We arrived at the Prince of Whales Theatre where the auditions were to be held. Walking into a mob of female dancers, we thought we had a fat chance of getting the job. All morning groups… continue reading ›

December 21, 2021
Category: 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s Broadway history Cabaret theatre Choreography Dance Las Vegas history Lou Walters' World Famous Latin Quarter Mid-20th Century culture New York history Nightclub Era Oral Histories Performing Arts Supper club history Theatre Variety Television
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A Dancer’s Life: Meet Lawrence Merritt, Part I

From gin joints to Broadway, dancer, actor, and singer Lawrence Merritt has performed throughout the world over the decades, partnering with some of the greatest stars in the history of entertainment arts. His reflections support his vast experience, all taken with a healthy dose of sharp wit and incredible recall. Here Lawrence breaks down a dancer’s… continue reading ›

December 18, 2020
Category: 1950s 1960s 1970s Broadway history Cabaret theatre Choreography Dance Las Vegas history Lou Walters' World Famous Latin Quarter Mid-20th Century culture Music history New York history Nightclub Era Oral Histories Performing Arts Supper club history Theatre
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