Tuesday, January 2, 2018

Gorgeous Costumes from the MGM Grand



When I was home visiting my dad over Christmas, I found some photos from my early days as a professional dancer. These were taken at the MGM Grand Hotel in Reno, Nevada. I was nineteen. This was my very first show. Donn Arden was the director and choreographer. It was a huge spectacular with a live jet, horses, big stars, and glamorous showgirls. I was thrilled to be a part of  it. It really was special.

The costumes were designed by Bill Campbell.  We all loved them. I am so relieved that I found some photos, because I thought they had all been lost in my numerous travels. I have several more that I will post soon.



This one was from Nobb Hill. It was a very elegant number with a huge staircase. I just loved these gowns. They were stunning. You felt so beautiful dancing in a show like this one. All of the cast members were so lovely and talented. It was a very international group. We are all still in touch, and we have reunions. It was like a family. As a little girl who wanted to grow up to be a dancer, my dream really did come true.    

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12 comments:

  1. Lady LocustJanuary 2, 2018 at 7:03 PM

    Those are great!

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    1. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 2, 2018 at 7:12 PM

      Thanks Lady Locust. Incredibly talented designers.

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  2. Nil @ The Little House by the LakeJanuary 2, 2018 at 8:49 PM

    Beautiful costumes. You look so pretty.

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  3. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 2, 2018 at 8:56 PM

    Thanks Nil. I was so fortunate to get to wear these classics. It was a very happy time of my life.

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  4. Simple LivingJanuary 3, 2018 at 3:52 AM

    You are a glamorous lady. xx

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    1. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 4, 2018 at 6:13 AM

      Thank you Simple Living. It was a beautiful show.

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  5. jillJanuary 3, 2018 at 4:42 AM

    Wow! What a first show that was for you...so glad you found these shots. Marvelous!!


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    1. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 4, 2018 at 6:14 AM

      I am, too, Jill. Thank you. Old photographs are so much fun...

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  6. Anita in San DiegoJanuary 3, 2018 at 6:41 PM

    Wow-the costumes are wonderful. How heavy was that headpiece? Was it difficult to dance with such an elaborate and tall top?

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    1. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 4, 2018 at 6:16 AM

      Thanks Anita. That one was pretty light. I remember we had to tilt our heads forward slightly, when running up the stairs. I was up at the very top...something like 54 stairs above the stage!

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  7. TaniaJanuary 4, 2018 at 5:26 PM

    Wow...just wow! Simply beautiful Stephenie.

    xTania

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    1. TheAwakenedSoulJanuary 4, 2018 at 6:05 PM

      Thank you Tania. It's fun to look back at these memories.

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