Description

Includes general correspondence related to Mertz's work within the dance community and Washington University in St. Louis. Also included are appreciation letters and correspondence related to the dedication of the Annelise Mertz Dance Studio.

Arranged chronologically by decade.

Description Consists of dance-related clippings and essays by Mertz. Essay include: "Introduction to Speech of Nikolais," "A Brief History of Dance," "KFUO March 16, 1963," "Miss Annelise Mertz, Guest on Weds. 2/21 Coffee Break," "Introduction to the Dance Theater," "Talk for the Advancement of Colored People," "Modern Dance in Education," "Lecture For March 20, 1965, in the Art Museum Auditorium for High School Students," "Lecture for Marillac College," "Notes for an Informal Talk for High School,"...

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Consists of photocopied articles related to the topic of dance possibly used by Mertz during classes. Writers include Barbara Mettler, Maru Wigman, Doris Hering, John Martin, Margaret H'Doubler, Judith Dunn, etc.

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Consists of course descriptions for Know Your Body (U31 Dance 107) [also includes comments from students], Workshop Topics for Students, and Self Awareness Through the Body in Motion. Also includes Creative Dance and Rhythms for Children and Young Adults - Objectives for Our Program at Washington University and Reflections on the Tenth Summer Dance Institute at W.U.

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Consists of programs, photographs, clippings, etc. used by Mertz toward the publication of The Body Can Speak.

Arranged by Mertz.

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Consists of newspaper clippings and photocopies documenting Mertz's dance career. Also includes some newspaper clippings and photocopies that do not mention Mertz and a separate folder of letters to the editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Arranged chronologically by decade.