Jane Thompson audio and video materials, 1960-2006
Scope and Contents
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.
Dates
- 1960-2006
Creator
- Thompson, Jane, 1921-2013 (creator, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Open for public research.
Conditions Governing Use
It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any necessary copyright clearances. Permission to publish from Jane Thompson papers must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collections Board of Curators.
Biographical / Historical
Jane Thompson grew up in Malta, Idaho. In 1943, Thompson graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music. After graduating from Brigham Young University, Jane Thompson toured Europe and performed for soldiers during World War II as part of the Civilian Actors Technician Service. Thompson returned to the United States in 1947. From 1950 to 1952 Jane served a Latter-day Saint mission in Wales.
In 1952, Jane Thompson began her career at Brigham Young University. Thompson took over as the head of the Student Program Bureau, later known as Young Ambassadors. In 1956, Jane left Brigham Young University to be a talent coach in a professional talent studio in New York. After only three years, Jane returned to Brigham Young University. During her time at Brigham Young University, Thompson created and directed many performing groups and shows. Jane also organized performances for various groups of United States servicemen.
Thompson retired from Brigham Young University in 1984. Jane Thompson received many awards for her service while at Brigham Young University. Jane Thompson passed away on June 1, 2013.
Extent
1 item
2 reels
1 box
6 cartons
Language of Materials
English
Arrangement
Arranged in two subseries: 1. Jane Thompson collection of video materials, 1966-2006. 2. Jane Thompson collection of audio materials, 1960-2006.
Repository Details
Part of the L. Tom Perry Special Collections. University Archives Repository
1130 HBLL
Brigham Young University
Provo UT 84602 US