Other papers, 1948-1984

Component identifier:

Series 12

Content Summary:

This series consists of notes, transcripts, newscuttings, letters, photographs and programs relating to van Praagh's activities as a freelance teacher, lecturer and producer prior to coming to Australia and also after resigning from the Australian Ballet. She continued freelance work and served as a member of many advisory boards and committees relating to the arts and ballet. There are also a number of folders containing information on the Cecchetti Society. The files have been arranged in chronological order.

Immediate source of acquisition:

The papers were donated to the National Library in four instalments in 1986, 1995, 1999 and 2001. The original instalment was donated by Peggy van Praagh. The additional instalments were forwarded by the executors of her estate.

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