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Photographic prints and slides related to the Madrona Dance Studio, classroom activities, theatre productions, concerts, and craft classes. Also included are Dance Studio schedules, newsletters, correspondence, and draft brochures.

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Records concerning dance performances and dance instruction sponsored by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

Abstract

Administrative records of the staff responsible for the Department of Parks and Recreation's cultural programs.

Scope and Contents note Model Cities funding was directed to Black Arts/West, a program of the Central Area Motivation Program (CAMP), to enhance its performing arts program. The specific purpose was to expand theater activities and provide community exposure to drama. Funding supported a children's theater, the professional training of actors, and the production of plays of local and regional interest. By the final year of Model Cities funding, Black Arts/West productions drew audiences totalling over 12,000, and...