Hope Moore Waggoner Papers

Collection

Identifier: D064

Staff Only

Abstract

Hope Moore Waggoner was a dance instructor in Denver, owning her own studio the 'Hope Moore School of Dance.' This collection contains dance costumes, photos, dance instruction materials, and realia (a trunk and a suitcase).

Dates

1925-2015

Conditions Governing Use

Biographical / Historical

Hope Moore Waggoner was a dance instructor in Denver, owning her own studio the 'Hope Moore School of Dance' beginning in 1962. After high school, Hope performed in USO shows and served as a majorette for the American Legion Band, touring the United States. As a professional dancer she performed on stages and in clubs in New York City, Chicago,Baltimore and Miami Beach. In 1948, Hope started teaching at the Florence Kessler School of Dance. Hope continued to perform, most notably as the lead dancer in many Denver Post Operas. She was a judge and choreographer for Miss Colorado Universe Pageants and also choreographed for the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders. In 2014, Hope was name a Living Legend by the Carson Brierly Giffin Dance Library. Hope died on April 11, 2015.

Extent

17.75 Linear Feet (9 containers)

Additional Description

Scope and Contents

This collection contains dance costumes, photos, dance instruction materials, and realia (a trunk and a suitcase).

Arrangement

This collection is arranged in (3) series: Dance Instruction Materials and Photos, Textiles, and Realia.

Related Materials

Hope Moore Waggoner is a 2014 Living Legends of Dance. Her interview has been placed in: Friends of Carson Brierly Giffin Dance Library 'Living Legends of Dance' Oral Histories (D009.13.0003.0028).