Young Ambassadors (Musical group)
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 7 Collections and/or Records:
BYU Photo photographs of Young Ambassadors, 1976-2010
Jane Thompson audio and video materials, 1960-2006
Contains audio and video materials featuring performing groups of Brigham Young University, Thompson, and others artists from her personal collection. Videos also include recordings of reunions and other Brigham Young University events. Materials incude audio and video tapes, reels, phonograph records, and compact discs. Dates range from 1960 to 2006.
Jane Thompson collection of audio materials, 1960-2006
Contains audio materials from various Brigham Young University performing groups, Thompson, and her personal collection of recordings. Materials include cassette tapes, audio reels, and compact discs. Dates range from 1960 to 2006.
Jane Thompson collection of videorecordings, 1966-2006
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.
Jane Thompson papers on Brigham Young University performing groups, 1953-2009
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.
Jane Thompson photographs, 1947-2012
Contains photographs from the life of Thompson as well the various Brigham Young University performing groups she was involved with. Dates range from 1947 to 2012.
Jane Thompson photographs of performing groups, 1950-2005
Contains photographs relating to various performing groups at Brigham Young University including shows, tours, and reunions. Photographs depict performing groups in various locations around the world. Dates range from 1950 to 2005.