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Young Ambassadors (Musical group)

 Organization

Administrative History

Young Ambassadors (est. 1970) is a song and dance performing group from Brigham Young University.

In 1970, the Young Ambassadors performed for the first time internationally at Japan's Expo. Since then they have travelled and performed in more than 56 nations, and for such people as the prime minister of India, the queen of Thailand, and the King and Queen of Jordan. They perform contemporary music and dance and showcase America's culture, way of life, and musical theatre.

Citation:
youngambassadors.byu.edu, via WWW, Oct. 1, 2014 (Young Ambassadors; Japan Expo in 1970; more than 65 nations; prime minister of India, queen of Thailand, King and Queen of Jordan; contemporary music and dance; showcase America's culture, way of life, and musical theatre)

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Jane Thompson collection of videorecordings, 1966-2006

 Sub-Series
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 2 Sub-Series 1
Scope and Contents

Contains video material from Brigham Young University performing groups, reunions, and personal life of Thompson. Materials include videotapes, film reels, and digital video formats. Dates range from 1966 to 2006.

Dates: 1966-2006
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 5663, Jane Thompson papers / Jane Thompson audio and video materials

Jane Thompson papers on Brigham Young University performing groups, 1953-2009

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: UA 5663 Series 8
Scope and Contents

Contains materials pertaining to various Brigham Young University performing groups including Young Ambassadors, Lamanite Generation, and others. Materials include itineraries, articles, programs, reunion information, pamphlets, and other production materials. Dates range from 1953 to 2009.

Dates: 1953-2009
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives / UA 5663, Jane Thompson papers

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