Historian Dean Karau’s video offers a glimpse back in time of Kewanee’s cultural history from March of 1969, when Ruth Page’s International Ballet brought a full production of Romeo and Juliet to the Kewanee High School Auditorium.
In this week’s video column, Karau highlights a rare glimpse of world‑class Chicago dancers performing on a local stage. The footage captures both rehearsal sequences and excerpts from the evening performance, offering a look at the artistry, discipline and behind‑the‑scenes energy of a professional ballet troupe on tour.
View the video here and enjoy this beautifully preserved piece of Kewanee’s performing‑arts history.
