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Bowen, Gwen

 Person

Biography

Gwen L. Bowen was born in Denver, Colo. She was a first grade teacher at McKinley Elementary in Denver. Associated with: Denver Civic Ballet, Premiere Dance Arts Company, Gwen Bowen School of Dance Arts, PDAC - Arts for All.

Found in 211 Collections and/or Records:

Box 6: Conventions (Dance Educators of America 1984 - Dance Masters of American 1982)

 File — Box D030.0006: Series D030.10 [Barcode: U186022510607]
Identifier: D030.10.0006
Abstract

This box contains files related to various conventions attended by Gwen Bowen. Files arranged alphabetically by title. Box two of three.

Dates: 1947-2012

Box 7, 1963-2009

 File — Box D045.0007: [Barcode: U186023244835]
Identifier: D045.0007
Abstract

Three 3-ringed binders containing photographs, clippings, and other memorabilia for Premiere Dance Arts Company (PDAC) and Arts for All (1964-1970). One manila envelope containing various legal papers pertaining to the incorporation, tax exemption status, and dissolution of PDAC/Arts for All. 15 VHS tapes (1999 - 2004) of various performances and shows of or pertaining to the PDAC/Arts for All and/or National Dance Week.

Dates: 1963-2009

Box 8, 1959-2006

 File — Box D045.0008: [Barcode: U186023244843]
Identifier: D045.0008
Abstract

Labeled folders containing papers, programs, flyers, notes, clippings, copies of articles; costume designs, fabric samples, and photographs (1963); copies of specific dance routines; various other notes and sketches related to PDAC/Arts for All. 13 VHS tapes (1991 - 2006) of various performances and shows of or pertaining to the PDAC/Arts for All and/or National Dance Week.

Dates: 1959-2006

Box 9, 1962-1981

 File — Box D045.0009: [Barcode: U186023244851]
Identifier: D045.0009
Abstract

Labeled folders containing papers, correspondence, programs, flyers, notes, clippings, copies of articles, sketches, publicity, technical information, and photographs related to PDAC/Arts for All.

Dates: 1962-1981

Box 10: Artwork, 1974-2002

 File — Box D045.0010: [Barcode: U186023246942]
Identifier: D045.0010
Abstract

Two (2) poster board sketches of proposed set designs - "The Webb" and "La Boutique Fantastic"

Dates: 1974-2002

Box 13: Personal Papers, Baton - National Dance Week 2006, 1930-2012

 File — Box D030.0013: Series D030.01 [Barcode: U186022109561]
Identifier: D030.01.0013
Abstract Box contains well-labeled folders with various printed materials including: papers, clippings, correspondence, etc. All folders and items are related to Gwen Bowen's personal life. Folders are arranged alphabetically by subject. Folders include: Baton, Biographic Features, Certificates + Membership Cards, Church Dances, Congress Correspondence, Composition, Dance Educators Award, Dean Crane Correspondence, Denver Ballet Guild, DPS Records, Dress Design (Unit B1 - Unit J), DU Alum Card,...
Dates: 1930-2012

Box 23: Audio Cassettes 1

 File — Box D030.0023: Series D030.09 [Barcode: U186022512722]
Identifier: D030.09.0023
Abstract This box contains the first half of various audio cassettes and all of the microcassettes owned by the Gwen Bowen School of Dance Arts used for performance, lessons, dance practice and more. Cassette titles include: Twas the night Island Enchant Ballet Class Series 5 Menes Pink Dance Pre Ballet Disney The Wizard of Oz: A Ballet in 2 Acts Carla Disc 1 Elam Secret Paul Simon What is Dance National Dance Week 2006 Ballerina 5/29/07 Lincoln 1/9/05 Gwen Bowen School of Dance Arts 25th...
Dates: 1986 - 2006

Box 28: Productions: Pearl Street Dancing Times -The Village of Ilf & Nowhere to Now. All Production Subject Files., bulk: 1950 - 2012

 File — Box D030.0028: Series D030.03 [Barcode: U186022513710]
Identifier: D030.03.0028
Abstract

This box contains the first half of files related to productions that dancers performed at the Gwen Bowen School of Dance. Files are organized alphabetically. Folders contain materials that correspond to the production, including programs, notes, costume sketches, set design sketches, and photographs. This box also contains subject files relating to productions. Box contains folders Pearl Street Dancing Times -The Village of Ilf & Nowhere to Now.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1950 - 2012

Box 29: Acrobatic + Baton 1 - Choreography 3

 File — Box D030.0029: Series D030.04 [Barcode: U186022513728]
Identifier: D030.04.0029
Abstract

Box contains various materials relating to Gwen Bowen's teaching. Files include Acrobatic and Baton 1-3, Aerobics, Ballet Choreography: Pre-Ballet 1, Ballet Choreography: Pre-Ballet 2, Ballet Choregrapgy Grade 1-4, Ballet Choreography Misc, Ballet Syllabi, Ballet Variations 1-3, Ballroom Choreography 1-3.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1950 - 2012

Box 32: Character 1 - Choreography 13

 File — Box D030.0032: Series D030.04 [Barcode: U186022513752]
Identifier: D030.04.0032
Abstract

Box contains various files realting to teaching materials used by the Gwen Bowen School of Dance Arts. Files include: Character 1 -4, Choreography 1-13.

Dates: Majority of material found within 1950 - 2012

Additional filters:

Type
Archival Object 209
Collection 2
 
Subject
Dance 173
Dance schools 120
Dance -- Study and teaching 48
Dance production and direction 34
Dance programs 30
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Teaching Materials - Dance 25
Dance teachers 24
Choreography 18
Performing arts 14
Ballet 11
Nonprofit organizations 11
Costume 9
Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.) 8
Correspondence 8
Dance costume 8
Art 6
Tap dancing 6
Administrative reports 5
Advertisements 5
Excerpts 5
Membership 5
Photography 5
Awards 4
Dance Conventions 4
Ephemera (General) 4
Memorabilia 4
Newsletters 4
Photographs 4
Video recordings 4
Audiotapes 3
Ballroom dancing 3
Business correspondence 3
Personal belongings 3
Scrapbooks 3
Video Home System (VHS) 3
Acrobats 2
Anniversaries 2
Audio-visual materials 2
Business Administration 2
Choreographers 2
Community life 2
Dance recitals 2
Denver (Colo.) 2
Drawings 2
Greeting cards 2
Jazz 2
Letters 2
Marketing 2
Music 2
Photograph albums 2
Posters 2
Publicity 2
Textiles (Visual works) 2
Theaters -- Stage-setting and scenery 2
Vinyl Record 2
Administration 1
Advertising 1
Archives 1
Articles of incorporation 1
Artists' studios 1
Audiocassettes 1
Ballerinas 1
Bands (Music) 1
Biography 1
Black-and-white photography 1
Catalogs 1
Certificates 1
Christianity 1
Christmas 1
Christmas cards 1
Commemorative works 1
Commercial catalogs 1
Community newspapers 1
Compact Discs (CD's) 1
Cooking 1
Copyright 1
Course schedules 1
Dance notation 1
Dance posters 1
Denver Post 1
Design and construction 1
Employees 1
Event photographs 1
Faculty evaluations 1
Film reels 1
Gifts 1
Grant(s) 1
Instructions (document genre) 1
Lighting 1
Medical care 1
Notes (Documents) 1
Obituaries 1
Opera 1
Operas 1
Personal correspondence 1
Photographic prints 1
Pointe Shoes 1
Postcards 1
Press 1
Promotional materials 1
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