Elizabeth Burtner papers
Collection Scope and Content
This collection contains programs, brochures, clippings, scripts, sketches, notes, correspondence, press releases, scores, research materials, biographies, and photographs. The material dates from 1903-2003, and was collected by Elizabeth Burtner in the course of her career as professor of dance at The George Washington University. The collection contains both materials relating specifically to GW's dance program, and materials relating to trends in dance and prominent dancers.
Dates
- Creation: 1903-2003
Restrictions on Access
Some records may be restricted.
Restrictions on Use
Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the patron's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.
Historical or Biographical Note
Elizabeth Burtner (1906-2009) was a professor of dance at The George Washington University. She is credited with introducing modern dance into the curriculum, increasing dance performances, and organizing more dance groups. Burtner graduated from Hood College in 1927 with a bachelor's degree in Dance, and received a master's degree from Columbia University in 1935. She studied at Bennington College, New York University, with the Humphrey Weidman Group, the Martha Graham School , and other New York Studios. She preformed with the Evelyn Davis Dance Ensemble in Washington, D.C. She joined the faculty of GW in 1938 as a dance instructor and archery coach in the Physical Education Department.
Extent
10.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Collection contains programs, brochures, clippings, scripts, sketches, notes, correspondence, press releases, scores, research materials, biographies, and photographs dating from 1903-2003 and was collected by Elizabeth Burtner in the course of her career as professor of dance at The George Washington University.
Collection Organization
Organized into two series: Dance program at The George Washington University and Dancers and trends in dance.
Acquisition Information
The collection was donated by Elizabeth Burtner in 2006.
Subject
- George Washington University (Organization)
- Burtner, Elizabeth (Person)
- Title
- Guide to the Elizabeth Burtner papers, 1903-2003
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University
- Date
- 2006
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
- Language of description note
- Finding aid written in English
Repository Details
Part of the Special Collections Research Center, The George Washington University Repository
George Washington University Gelman Library
2130 H Street NW
Washington DC 20052 United States of America
speccoll@gwu.edu
