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This image displays a historical document: Page 1 of the “American Ballet Theatre News,” Number 22, dated February 1957. The newsletter is presented as a clipped article mounted on a page within a larger scrapbook or archival binder with red cloth binding and cream-colored paper.
The article announces a four-day engagement of the American Ballet Theatre in Boston, beginning with a benefit performance on Wednesday, February 13, 1957, to raise funds for “First Aid for Hungary.” All proceeds were to go directly to refugees fleeing Hungary after the 1956 uprising.
The performance was supported by prominent civic and diplomatic figures:
Chair: Mrs. J. Greene Carter
Assisted by: Mrs. E. Anthony Kutten, Mr. James Lawrence, Jr., Mr. Jerome Rosenfeld, Mr. & Mrs. Diggs Venn, Mrs. John Vosoff, and Mr. H. Wade White.
Organized by Mrs. Chase Kimball to welcome the company to Boston, including Miss Ann Dort, Mrs. Richard Ehrlich, Mrs. George P. Gardner, Jr., Mrs. Edward Iselin, Mrs. Henry Minot, Mrs. John C. Reimers, Mr. Nathaniel Saltonstall, Mrs. Wainwright J. Wainwright, and Mrs. Carl Weyerhaeuser.
Luncheon: The Women’s City Club arranged a luncheon on Wednesday in honor of the company. American Ballet Theatre Director Lucia Chase was the guest of honor, with Mrs. Weld and Mrs. Chase Kimball as co-chairmen.
Reception: A reception was planned for Thursday afternoon at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, accompanied by a special exhibition of art and dance, with Lucia Chase as guest speaker.
This newsletter serves as a historical record of the American Ballet Theatre’s humanitarian efforts and its cultural engagement in Boston during the Cold War era—specifically mobilizing support for Hungarian refugees after the 1956 Soviet invasion. It reflects the intersection of art, civic duty, and diplomacy in mid-20th-century America.
This image shows a page from the "American Ballet Theatre News," dated February 1957, specifically issue Number 22. The page contains a news article titled "BOSTON OPENING TO AID HUNGARY." The article announces the American Ballet Theatre's four-day engagement in Boston, which began with a benefit performance on Wednesday, February 13, 1957, for First Aid for Hungary. The proceeds from the performance would be sent directly to Europe to aid refugees.
The article details several individuals and organizations involved with the event. It mentions the honorary sponsors, including The Honorable Foster A. Furcolo, Governor of Massachusetts; The Honorable John B. Hynes, Mayor of Boston; Mr. Jean Fournier, Consul General from Canada; and Professor Albert Szent-Gyorgyi. Mrs. J. Greene Carter is listed as the chairman of the benefit committee, with assistance from various local community members and representatives of the International Refugee Committee.
The article also provides information on ticket sales and ticket prices. Additionally, it mentions a committee organized by Mrs. Chase Kimball to welcome the company to Boston, with members such as Miss Ann Dort, Mrs. Richard Ehrlich, Mrs. George P. Gardner, Jr., Mrs. Edward Iselin, Mrs. Henry Minot, Mrs. John C. Reimers, Mr. Nathaniel Saltonstall, Mrs. Wainwright J. Wainwright, and Mrs. Carl Weyerhaeuser.
Further details include a luncheon arranged by the Women's City Club in honor of the American Ballet Theatre, with Lucia Chase, Ballet Theatre director, as the guest of honor. The article also notes a reception at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University planned for the following Thursday, featuring a special exhibition of art and dance, with Lucia Chase as the guest speaker.
The page has a decorative logo featuring a silhouette of a dancer, and the text is printed in a serif font typical of that era. The paper appears to be aged, with some discoloration and wear along the edges.
This image is a page from a publication titled "American Ballet Theatre News," dated February 1957, and labeled as Number 22. The page features an article titled "Boston Opening To Aid Hungary."
The article discusses the American Ballet Theatre's four-day engagement in Boston, which includes a benefit performance on Wednesday night, February 13, for First Aid for Hungary. The proceeds from the performance will go directly to helping refugees after they cross the border. The article mentions several honorary sponsors for the benefit, including the Hon. Foster A. Furcolo, Governor of Massachusetts, and the Hon. John B. Hynes, Mayor of Boston.
The article also lists the names of the members of the benefit committee and provides information on where tickets for the performance can be obtained. Additionally, it mentions a committee organized by Mrs. Chase Kimball to welcome the company to Boston and details a luncheon and reception planned in honor of the American Ballet Theatre.
The top left corner of the page features a logo of a ballet dancer in silhouette. The page is part of a bound book with a red cover and a white ribbon bookmark.
The image shows a page from the "American Ballet Theatre News" from February 1957. The page is numbered 22 and features an article about the Boston opening of the American Ballet Theatre. The article announces a benefit performance to aid Hungary, which will be held on Wednesday, February 13, for the First Aid for Hungary organization. The performance will be followed by a reception at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.
The article lists the names of the honorary sponsors for the benefit, including The Hon. Foster A. Furcolo, the governor of Massachusetts; The Hon. John B. Hynes, the mayor of Boston; Mr. Jean Fournier, the consul general from Canada; and Professor Albert Szent-Györgyi, a Nobel Prize winner. The article also mentions the names of the honorary committee members, including Mrs. J. Greene Carter, Mrs. E. Anthony Kutten, James Lawrence, Jr., Mr. Jerome Robbins, Mrs. John Vosoff, and Mr. H. Wade White.
The article provides information about ticket prices, which range from $6 to $36, and mentions that a reception committee has been organized by Mrs. Chase Kimball to welcome the company to Boston. The article also mentions that the Women's City Club has arranged a luncheon in honor of the American Ballet Theatre, and that Mrs. Chase Kimball will be the guest of honor. The article concludes by mentioning that a reception for the company has been planned for Thursday afternoon at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, and that a special exhibition of art and dance has been planned in conjunction with the reception.
The image shows a page from the February 1957 issue of the "American Ballet Theatre News." The page has a brown background and a white border. The title of the publication is displayed at the top in bold letters. Below the title, there is a small logo of a dancer. The text on the page discusses the American Ballet Theatre's benefit performance in Boston, which is set to aid Hungary. The performance will take place on February 13 and will feature a group of honorary sponsors for Hungary. The page also mentions the committee members and their roles in organizing the event.
The image shows a page from a publication titled "American Ballet Theatre News", dated February 1957, and labeled as Number 22. The page features a printed article titled "BOSTON OPENING TO AID HUNGARY", which details a benefit performance organized by the American Ballet Theatre to support refugees fleeing Hungary.
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The article reflects the social and cultural engagement of the American Ballet Theatre during the Cold War era, particularly in response to humanitarian crises. The event highlights the intersection of art, philanthropy, and international aid, showcasing how cultural institutions were involved in supporting global causes.
The image you've shared shows a page from the "AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE NEWS" dated February 1957, issue number 22. On the upper left side of the page, there's a simple line drawing of a ballet dancer in a pose, which is part of the graphical header for the newsletter.
The first article on the page has the heading "BOSTON OPENING TO AID HUNGARY" and explains that the American Ballet Theatre will open a four-day engagement in Boston with a benefit performance to aid Hungary. Contributions for this performance will go directly to Europe to help the refugees there. The text mentions individuals involved in the honorary sponsors for the benefit and provides some details about ticket sales and where they can be obtained.
Another section on the page seems to start with "By Mrs. Chase Kimball welcomed a committee has begun to organize the company to Boston". However, the text here is cut off, suggesting the rest of the article continues elsewhere, possibly on a different page.
The page also displays signs of aging, with some discolouration and frayed edges, indicating its physical condition as a historical document.
The image shows a page from the "AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE NEWS" dated February 1957, Number 22. On the page, there is a news clipping titled "BOSTON OPENING TO AID HUNGARY."
The article discusses the American Ballet Theatre's upcoming four-day engagement in Boston, starting on Wednesday night, February 13. The event is a benefit performance for "First Aid for Hungary," with all contributions going directly to Europe to help refugees crossing the border.
The article names the honorary sponsors, including The Hon. Foster A. Furcolo, Governor of Massachusetts; The Hon. John B. Hynes, Mayor of Boston; Mr. Jean Fournier, Consul General from Canada; and Professor Albert Szent-Gyorgyi, among others.
Mrs. J. Greene Carter is chairman of the benefit committee, assisted by several members, including Mrs. E. Anthony Kutten and Mr. James Lawrence, Jr., president of the Boston Branch of the International Refugee Committee.
Tickets are available from Mrs. Carter and at regular box office prices from specific locations in Boston.
A committee has been organized by Mrs. Chase Kimball to welcome the company, listing several members assisting her.
The Women's City Club has arranged a luncheon on Wednesday in honor of the American Ballet Theatre's director, Lucia Chase, who will be the guest of honor. Mrs. Weld and Mrs. Chase Kimball are co-chairmen of the program.
A reception for the company is planned for Thursday afternoon at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, including a special exhibition of art and dance, with Lucia Chase as the guest speaker.
This is a page from a document titled "American Ballet Theatre News", dated February 1957 and labeled as Number 22. It focuses on a news story titled “Boston Opening to Aid Hungary”. The article announces a four-day engagement by the American Ballet Theatre in Boston, starting with a benefit performance on Wednesday, February 13, to raise funds for Hungary to aid European refugees.
The text mentions notable organizers and sponsors, including Massachusetts State Senator Foster A. Furcolo, the Boston Mayor John B. Hynes, and other prominent figures. It describes efforts to raise awareness and funds, such as committee work, ticketing arrangements, and a special reception at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Lucia Chase, a representative of the American Ballet Theatre, is named as a guest speaker.
The layout features typed text and a small, simple graphic of a ballet dancer at the top, emphasizing the connection to ballet. The page appears to be part of a scrapbook or archival collection.