Research Catalog

First steps

Title
First steps [electronic resource]
Publication
[1981].

Available Online

NYPL Digital Collections

Details

Additional Authors
  • Haimes, Ted.
  • Artsconnection (Firm)
  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Center.
  • New York School for Circus Arts.
  • Big Apple Circus.
Description
1 streaming video file (NTSC) (26 min.) : sd., col.
Summary
Documentary on the Young Talent Search and Training Program, organized by ArtsConnection in collaboration with New York City's Department of Cultural Affairs, Board of Education, and Youth Board. The program provides opportunities for children from public elementary schools to train in dance or circus techniques (e.g., acrobatics, rope dancing) at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Center or the New York School for Circus Arts/Big Apple Circus. The documentary traces the students' progress from auditions to classes and private lessons. Interviews with children, parents, and instructors provide insights into their respective expectations and aspirations.
Subject
  • Ballet dancing for children > Study and teaching
  • Dance for children > Study and teaching
  • Acrobatics
  • Circus
Note
  • Originally released as a motion picture in 1981; re-issued as a videotape by Phoenix/BFA Films and Video in 1984. Producers: Ted Haimes and Pamela Emil. Executive producer (for ArtsConnection): Richard Levy. Director/photographer: Ted Haimes.
Access (note)
  • Patrons can access streaming video file only at the Library for the Performing Arts.
Funding (note)
  • Preservation of this video was supported by a donation from Lynn Garafola.
Call Number
*MGZIDF 2779
OCLC
NYPY946013769-F
Title
First steps [electronic resource]
Imprint
[1981].
Restricted Access
Patrons can access streaming video file only at the Library for the Performing Arts.
Funding
Preservation of this video was supported by a donation from Lynn Garafola.
Local Note
Former call number: *MGZIC 9-4070.
Additional Copy: None.
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Local Subject
Rope dancing.
Motion pictures. First steps.
Added Author
Haimes, Ted. Producer. Director. Photographer
Artsconnection (Firm)
Alvin Ailey American Dance Center.
New York School for Circus Arts.
Big Apple Circus.
Research Call Number
*MGZIDF 2779
*MGZIC 9-4070 (former)
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