June 11, 2010
Clarion-Ledger
Dance Theatre of Harlem founder sets stage as IBC Honorary Chairman
By Sherry Lucas
Arthur Mitchell, founder and artistic director emeritus of Dance Theatre of Harlem, is the honorary chairman for the 2010 USA International Ballet Competition. Mitchell was the first African-American male to become a permanent member of a major ballet company when he joined the New York City Ballet in 1955….
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