Dance Alumni Photo Archive

Decades ago, Associate Professor Ted T. Kivitt of the Purchase College Conservatory of Dance embarked on a passion project: capturing striking photographs of the Company’s ballet students to create a stunning visual archive chronicling the evolution of dance. Now, in 2025, these timeless images are being shared publicly, offering alumni a nostalgic journey and a captivating tribute to the artistry and grace that have defined generations of dancers at Purchase. 

Samples of my work

The photos are available for free download from a Flickr photo album with credit to Professor Kivitt.

If you come across an image without proper identification, please email alumni@purchase.edu with the photo reference so the name and year of the alumna or alumnus can be updated.

Unnamed students - November 2005 Unnamed students - November 2005
Credit: Professor Ted T. Kivitt

 

Les Noces 2006 - directed by Carol Walker Les Noces 2006 - directed by Carol Walker
Credit: Professor Ted T. Kivitt