Agnes George de Mille Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE
Born: September 18, 1905 in New York City, New York
Died: October 07, 1993 in New York City, New York
Agnes George de Mille, born on September 18, 1905, in New York City, New York, was an influential American dancer and choreographer, known for her impact on the world of musical theater and ballet. She died on October 7, 1993, in New York City.
A member of the illustrious de Mille family, she was the daughter of playwright Henry Churchill de Mille and the niece of legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille. Agnes de Mille's early life was marked by intensive training in dance, and she made her stage debut in 1927.
Her first major success came with her choreography for "Rodeo" (1942), a ballet for the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. It was her unique fusion of ballet with American folk dance that set her apart in the dance world. De Mille's influence on Broadway began with her innovative choreography for "Oklahoma!" (1943). Her work on this production reshaped the way dance was used in musical theater, integrating it into the narrative rather than simply providing entertainment between scenes. Her later Broadway successes included "Carousel" (1945), "Brigadoon" (1947), and "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" (1949), among others. Her choreographic style, rich with storytelling and character development, became a hallmark of the American musical. In addition to her theatrical achievements, de Mille authored several books, including "Dance to the Piper" (1952) and "Speak to Me, Dance with Me" (1973), where she shared her philosophies on dance and recounted her experiences in the world of theater.
Her advocacy for dancers' rights led to the creation of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, a labor union protecting the interests of choreographers and directors. De Mille's contributions to dance were widely recognized, and she received numerous awards, including the Kennedy Center Honors in 1980 and the National Medal of Arts in 1986.
A member of the illustrious de Mille family, she was the daughter of playwright Henry Churchill de Mille and the niece of legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille. Agnes de Mille's early life was marked by intensive training in dance, and she made her stage debut in 1927.
Her first major success came with her choreography for "Rodeo" (1942), a ballet for the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. It was her unique fusion of ballet with American folk dance that set her apart in the dance world. De Mille's influence on Broadway began with her innovative choreography for "Oklahoma!" (1943). Her work on this production reshaped the way dance was used in musical theater, integrating it into the narrative rather than simply providing entertainment between scenes. Her later Broadway successes included "Carousel" (1945), "Brigadoon" (1947), and "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" (1949), among others. Her choreographic style, rich with storytelling and character development, became a hallmark of the American musical. In addition to her theatrical achievements, de Mille authored several books, including "Dance to the Piper" (1952) and "Speak to Me, Dance with Me" (1973), where she shared her philosophies on dance and recounted her experiences in the world of theater.
Her advocacy for dancers' rights led to the creation of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, a labor union protecting the interests of choreographers and directors. De Mille's contributions to dance were widely recognized, and she received numerous awards, including the Kennedy Center Honors in 1980 and the National Medal of Arts in 1986.
1977-All-You-Need-Is-Love (Other), 1956-Producers'-Showcase (Music Department), 1998-The-DeMille-Dynasty (Other), 1979-Musical-Comedy-Tonight (Other), 1952-1956-Omnibus (Other), 1946-London-Town (Other), 1937-I,-Claudius (Other), 1936-Romeo-and-Juliet (Other), 1936-Romeo-and-Juliet (Performer), 1916-The-Ragamuffin (Performer), 2004-Broadway:-The-American-Musical (in person), 1980-Hollywood (in person), 1979-Musical-Comedy-Tonight (in person), 1958-Person-to-Person (in person), 1952-1957-Omnibus (in person), 1989-Dance-Theatre-of-Harlem:-Fall-River-Legend (Other), 1956-Carousel (Other), 1955-Oklahoma! (Other), 1991-Carnegie-Hall-at-100:-A-Place-of-Dreams (in person), 1986-The-40th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1974-Day-at-Night (in person), 2004-Cecil-B.-DeMille:-American-Epic (Other), 1983-The-Kennedy-Center-Honors:-A-Celebration-of-the-Performing-Arts (in person), 1985-Rodgers-&-Hammerstein:-The-Sound-of-American-Music (in person), 2011-The-Story-of-Film:-An-Odyssey (Other), 1986-The-Kennedy-Center-Honors:-A-Celebration-of-the-Performing-Arts (in person), 2011-Birth-of-Hollywood (Other), 1959-The-Jack-Paar-Tonight-Show (in person), 1980-The-Kennedy-Center-Honors:-A-Celebration-of-the-Performing-Arts (in person), 1934-Cleopatra (Performer), 1994-American-Masters (in person), 1987-Great-Performances:-Dance-in-America (in person), 1980-Today (in person), 1959-Small-World (in person), 2013-Oklahoma! (Other), 1995-The-First-100-Years:-A-Celebration-of-American-Movies (in person), 1973-American-Ballet-Theatre:-A-Close-Up-in-Time (Other), 1958-The-Seven-Lively-Arts (Other), 1930-The-Ballet-Class (Producer), 1930-The-Ballet-Class (in person), 1993-The-47th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1980-Conversations-About-the-Dance (in person)
Oklahoma! - Production (March 21, 2002 - March 23, 2003), Carousel - Production (March 24, 1994 - January 15, 1995), Brigadoon - Music (October 16, 1980 - March 8, 1981), Oklahoma! - Choreography (December 13, 1979 - August 24, 1980), The-American-Dance-Machine - Choreography (June 14, 1978 - December 3, 1978), Come-Summer - Director (March 18, 1969 - March 22, 1969), 110-in-the-Shade - Choreography (October 24, 1963 - August 8, 1964), Brigadoon - Music (January 30, 1963 - March 10, 1963), Kwamina - Choreography (October 23, 1961 - November 18, 1961), Juno - Choreography (March 9, 1959 - March 21, 1959), Goldilocks - Music (October 11, 1958 - March 28, 1959), Carousel - Choreography (September 11, 1957 - September 29, 1957), Brigadoon - Choreography (April 9, 1957 - May 5, 1957), Carousel - Choreography (June 2, 1954 - August 8, 1954), The-Girl-in-Pink-Tights - Choreography (March 5, 1954 - June 12, 1954), Oklahoma! - Choreography (August 31, 1953 - October 3, 1953), Paint-Your-Wagon - Choreography (November 12, 1951 - July 19, 1952), Oklahoma! - Choreography (May 29, 1951 - July 28, 1951), Out-of-This-World - Staging (December 21, 1950 - May 5, 1951), Brigadoon - Choreography (May 2, 1950 - May 21, 1950), Gentlemen-Prefer-Blondes - Choreography (December 8, 1949 - September 15, 1951), Carousel - Choreography (March 22, 1949 - March 5, 1949), The-Rape-of-Lucretia - Staging (December 29, 1948 - January 15, 1949), Allegro - Choreography (October 10, 1947 - July 10, 1948), Brigadoon - Choreography (March 13, 1947 - July 31, 1948), Bloomer-Girl - Choreography (January 6, 1947 - March 15, 1947), Carousel - Choreography (April 19, 1945 - May 24, 1947), Bloomer-Girl - Choreography (October 5, 1944 - April 27, 1946), One-Touch-of-Venus - Music (October 7, 1943 - March 10, 1945), Oklahoma! - Choreography (March 31, 1943 - May 29, 1948), The-Ballet-Theatre - Performer (March 11, 1941 - March 9, 1941), Swingin'-The-Dream - Choreography (November 29, 1939 - December 9, 1939), Hamlet - Other (November 10, 1936 - Closing date unknown)
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED 04/10/1980 - HFSID 24998Card signed and dated by Agnes George de Mille in 1980, including the autograph sentiment "Always with best wishes/Agnes de Mille Prude." De Mille is recognized as a Tony-winning choreographer known for her work on musicals like Oklahoma! and Brigadoon.Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 04/21/1989 - HFSID 191666Photograph of Agnes George de Mille, signed and dated 4-21-89. Annotated as "Agnes/George/de Mille/4-21-89", showcasing her from the shoulders up. De Mille is recognized as a Tony-winning choreographer known for works like Oklahoma! and Brigadoon.
Price: $160.00
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 45812First day cover honoring W.C. Handy, signed "Agnes George de Mille", features a cachet recognizing him as "Father of the Blues." Issued in Memphis, Tennessee, on May 17, 1969, with a 6¢ stamp affixed.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED - HFSID 191669First day cover signed "Agnes George de Mille", commemorating United Nations Human Rights Day on December 10, 1956. It includes a cachet honoring "The right of education by children of all nations" and a 3¢ United Nations stamp.
Price: $120.00
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - TYPED NOTE SIGNED 03/29/1980 - HFSID 224440Note signed by Agnes George de Mille, dated March 29, 1980, expresses willingness to autograph a fan's copy of Speak to Me Dance With Me. The note is typed on personalized stationery inscribed with Agnes de Mille Prude.
Price: $160.00
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AGNES GEORGE DE MILLE - TYPESCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 191667Excerpt from Dance to a Piper signed by Agnes George de Mille. This one-page typescript includes the author's signature, providing a glimpse into her work. De Mille is recognized for her influential contributions to American dance and choreography.
Price: $180.00
