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Special Collections in Performing Arts

Collected by: University of Maryland

Archived since: Nov, 2013

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This collection contains websites related to performing arts, created by organizations whose records are stewarded by Special Collections in Performing Arts (SCPA) at the University of Maryland Libraries. Located in the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library, SCPA collects, serves, and preserves performing arts materials that document performance practice, instruction, and scholarship.

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Title: African Continuum Theatre Company

URL: http://african-continuum.org/

Description: Archived website of the African Continuum Theatre Company (ACTCo), founded in 1989 as the African Continuum Theatre Coalition with the mission to assist African American community theaters in Washington, D.C., to improve the quality and visibility of their work. The organization transitioned to a full theater company in 1995 and began producing professional-caliber plays with an African American perspective. ACTCo has produced dozens of fully staged productions as well as hosted numerous public staged readings of new works by playwrights of color. The ACTCo website includes information about its performances, educational programs, press coverage, membership, and history.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives African Continuum Theatre Company -- Web archives

Title: American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR)

URL: http://www.astr.org/

Description: Archived website of the American Society for Theatre Research (ASTR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the study and exchange of theatre and performance from all areas of the world, both historical and contemporary. ASTR was founded in 1956 and is based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Each fall, ASTR hosts a conference in conjunction with the Theatre Library Association and has affiliations with many other organizations. Twice a year, ASTR publishes a scholarly journal, Theatre Survey, which is dedicated to historical and theoretical studies of theatre and performance. The ASTR website includes information about its leadership, committees, appointments, bylaws, handbook, graduate student caucus, history, affiliations, meeting minutes, announcements, conference, theatre survey, awards, initiatives, groups, and member resources.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives American Society for Theatre Research -- Web archives Theater--Research

Title: International Society for Music Education (ISME)

URL: http://www.isme.org/

Description: Archived website of the International Society for Music Education (ISME). ISME was established by the International Music Council of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1953. The original goal for ISME was to encourage music education as an integral part of general education and community life throughout the world, and as a profession within the broad field of music. The first conference was held in Lindau, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland in 1955 to transact the business of the organization and to share findings based upon research and experience in music education. Subsequent conferences were held in 1958, 1961, 1963, and biennially since 1964. Ideas are shared through workshops, demonstrations, lectures, concerts, exhibitions and social events. ISME has been represented in over 80 countries throughout the world by National Sections/Organizations which assist in transacting financial business and in sponsoring music education activities. In 1976, ISME Regional Centers began to be established to assist with these functions. Centers exist in Buenos Aires (for Latin American countries), Tokyo (for Asian countries), and Bonn (for European countries). The ISME website includes information about its vision and mission, governance, partners, membership, news, advocacy, commissions, forum, conferences, sponsors, publications, media, history, board of directors, special interest groups, awards, and social media.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives International Society for Music Education -- Web archives International Society for Music Education -- Archives International Society for Music Education -- Web archives Music -- Instruction and Study -- Congresses Music -- Instruction and study -- Web archives

Title: Mid-West International Band & Orchestra Clinic

URL: http://www.midwestclinic.org

Description: Archived website of The Midwest Clinic, An International Band and Orchestra Conference (MWIBOC). Begun in December 1946, MWIBOC is a multi-day band and orchestra international music conference held annually in Chicago, IL. The conference not only includes performances of featured ensembles, but also focuses "on bringing music directors into contact with not only the best published music, but also with new and established teaching techniques, and the latest products and services for the music educator." The Midwest Clinic website includes information about its history, annual conference, and educational programs.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives Mid-West International Band & Orchestra Clinic -- Web archives Bands (Music) -- United States -- History -- 21st century Mid-West International Band & Orchestra Clinic -- Archives

Title: Maryland Music Educators Association (MMEA)

URL: http://www.mmea-maryland.org/

Description: Archived website of the Maryland Music Educators Association (MMEA). Founded in 1941 and incorporated in 1961, the MMEA is the professional association for the school music teachers of Maryland. Its mission is to give Marylands music teachers opportunities for professional development, encourage excellence in both teachers and students, and to be an advocate for music education within Maryland schools. MMEA sponsors a variety of activities that provides musical enrichment for both students and teachers of music. The organization sponsors eight annual All-State performance groups (Senior Band, Senior Mixed Chorus, Senior Women's Chorus, Senior Jazz Band, Senior Orchestra, Junior Band, Junior Chorus and Junior Orchestra) which are chosen from all over the state as well as solo and ensemble events. MMEA is a state-wide, non-profit educational organization dedicated to the advancement of music education in Maryland as well as the advancement the musical growth of Marylands teachers and students. It serves as the federated Maryland state unit of the Music Educators National Conference (MENC). It also serves as the music department of the Maryland State Teachers Association (MSTA) MMEA currently counts 1,100 Maryland music teachers from every part of the state as members. These teachers teach in every type of school at every grade level. Members have the option of joining one of the many sub organizations connected with the MMEA such as the Maryland Orchestra Directors Association (MODA), the Maryland Choral Directors Association (MCDA), or the Maryland Band Directors Association (MBDA). The MMEA website includes information about its membership, executive board, event calendar, music lists, advocacy, awards, conference, student events, research, publications, and components.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives Maryland Music Educators Association (MMEA) -- Web archives Music teachers -- Professional associations -- Web archives

Title: National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS)

URL: http://www.nats.org/

Description: Archived website of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), established in 1944 as an educational and collaborative resource for the profession. Through workshops, conferences, events, and publications such as the Journal of Singing, NATS supports the teaching of singing worldwide. The organization came into being in 1944 as an offshoot of the Music Teachers National Association. NATS organizes the NATS Artist Awards (NATSAA) competition, sponsors Student Auditions and workshops, publishes the Journal of Singing, and provides semiannual conferences for its membership. The NATS website includes information about its leadership, history, regions and chapters, Code of Ethics, bylaws, membership, competitions, programs, annual conference and other events, Journal of Singing, Student NATS, NATS Foundation, job postings, social media, and store.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives National Association of Teachers of Singing (U.S.) -- Web archives Singing -- Instruction and study -- Web archives

Title: Studio Theatre

URL: http://www.studiotheatre.org/

Description: Archived website of Studio Theatre, which began in 1978 as a collaboration between Artistic Director Joy Zinoman and Designer Russell Metheny with support of arts advocate Virginia Crawford. Prior to the beginning of TST, Metheny and Zinoman had worked together on successful productions for Washingtons West End Theatre. The Studio Theatre strives to produce plays that focus on interaction between actor and audience and thus has used intimate performance spaces since its founding. In the late 1980s two more production divisions were introduced: The Studio 2ndStage and Special Events. As additions to The Studio Theatres subscription season, Special Events showcases works by performing artists without other performance opportunities in D.C. while The Studio 2ndStage produces plays which often push the boundaries of more conservative theater. In 1992, the Studio launched its Campaign to Secure the Future, an ambitious 3.5 million dollar undertaking to expand the physical space of the theatre and contribute to the revitalization of the 14th Street corridor. This successful project added two stages, numerous classrooms, and confirmed the ongoing expansion of the Studio Theatres impact. Further renovations were completed between 2002 and 2006 to update the building and improve accessibility and technological aspects of the building. Today, the Studio Theatre maintains an active relationship with the 14th street community and offers many free and affordable options for low income residents as well as partnerships with various community and youth organizations. The Studio Theatre website includes information about its season, tickets, location, educational programs, mission, history, production history, awards, and staff.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives Studio Theatre (Washington, D.C.) -- Web archives Theaters -- Washington (D.C.) -- Web archives

Title: Viola da Gamba Society of America

URL: http://www.vdgsa.org/

Description: Archived website of the Viola da Gamba Society of America. Founded by George Glenn and incorporated in 1962, the Viola da Gamba Society of America (VdGSA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the support of activities relating to the viola da gamba in the United States and abroad. The society is comprised of players, builders, publishers, distributors, restorers and others sharing an interest in music for viols and various other early bowed string instruments. Annually, a week-long conclave is held during mid-summer at an educational institution in the U.S. with a faculty of internationally recognized performers and scholars. The VdGSA was formed by a small nucleus of enthusiastic viol players who frequently met to play consort music in rural Maryland. The concept of an annual Conclave was born at that time, with a small enough membership to be accommodated in private homes. As numbers of members increased, Conclaves eventually began taking place in educational institutions throughout the country. It is the policy of the VdGSA to convene the Conclave in different locations as an outreach to the dispersed membership. Organizational membership totals about 1100 individuals and institutions worldwide. Aside from the national organization, there are 13 official chapters and 35 area representatives in the United States, 4 area representatives from Canada, and another 5 around the world. The VdGSA website includes information about its membership, chapters, StoryChord project, grants, programs, annual Conclave, music catalog, teaching and events video, publications, research, events, and classified ads.

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Subject:   Performing arts archives Performing arts -- Web archives Viola da Gamba Society of America -- Web archives Viola da gamba -- Professional associations -- Web archives

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