Founding the Glen Tetley Legacy
Following Tetley’s death in 2007, long-time business manager Christine Dobush, set out to carry forward Tetley’s wishes that a foundation be made as the repository for his life time body of work in dance. Ms. Dobush founded the Glen Tetley Legacy, which was made possible through the support of Tetley’s heirs.
Tetley’s siblings and estate heirs, sisters Shirley Leonard and Byrne Erb, wanted to honor their brother’s memory. Their recognition of his importance in 20th century dance history enabled Glen Tetley Legacy to acquire ownership of the Tetley choreographies.
Further securing Tetley’s accomplishments, Mmes. Leonard and Erb established funding though the The Tetley Legacy Trust which supports, in part, the Legacy’s day to day activities.
Glen Tetley Legacy became official on September 13, 2010, through The Board of Regents of The University of the State of New York (USA), which granted incorporation status to operate as a cultural agency. Glen Tetley Legacy is a 501 (c) (3) not for profit corporation and a Registrant of the Charities Bureau, State of New York, Office of the Attorney General.
1st Movement of Dialogues (1991) danced by Tai Jimenez and Donald Williams of Dance Theatre of Harlem circa 1997. Choreography by Glen Tetley. Music by Alberto Ginastera.