Box 1
Contains 81 Results:
Roosevelt, Eleanor, 1957 May 28
Sheikh, Faith Schmitter, 1965 February
Faith (Vangie) Schmitter Sheikh to Charles Miller. Typed letter on plain paper addressed to "Friends-- Near and Far" with some personalized handwritten notes in the margins. Sheikh writes from Karachi, Pakistan, where she is now living with her husband and new twin babies. Much news of their travels, polo tournaments, searching and finding a house, servants, and launching their import/export business. 1 leaf.
Various, 1958-1971
28 letters to and from Charles Miller and various personal and business correspondents between 1958 and 1971. The letters give an overview of Miller's personal and professional life, particularly his academic activities and travels.
Envelopes, 1940s-1983
Six envelopes addressed to Charles Miller, spanning approximately forty years. Various sources. Four of Miller's residential addresses are represented; one envelope was apparently hand-delivered (no address), possibly from La Meri since the envelope is Natya School stationery. Though the envelopes are empty, their contents may be filed in other folders of correspondence since most of the letters in the collection are without envelopes. 6 items.
Dissertation, 1953-1958
Correspondence to and from Charles Miller regarding research for his dissertation on Edward Gordon Craig. Much of it is from libraries and special collection departments of museums which may have photographs and other materials related to Craig and his works. 41 items.
Publication of Craig manuscript, 1957-1967
Correspondence between Charles Miller and various editors, publishers, etc. concerning the possible publication of Miller's dissertation on Craig. Other parties include Alfred A. Knopf Publishers, Lincoln Kirstein, Edward Hulton Book Publishers, UC Press, Benjamin Blom, Theatre Arts Books, Pageant Press, etc.
Christmas Cards
Nine Christmas cards to Charles and Dorothy Miller, most from Edward Carrick, dating from 1953 to 1966. Some envelopes included.
Clippings
Miscellaneous notes, newspaper articles, and photocopies of articles related to dance, Ted Shawn, E. Gordon Craig, etc.
Dance Instruction Notes and Lectures
Charles Miller's own typewritten notes as well as those of other dance teachers regarding specific dances and dance in general. One particular typed manuscript represents either a lecture or an essay by Miller regarding the nature of dance especially in America and is dated 28 June 2002.
Performances and Recitals, 1950s-1980s
Charles Miller's typed introductions to dance performances as well as ephemera related to dance programs and recitals in general.