Gerald Banks

The Greater Bridgeport Ballet
Dance Theatre of Harlem

Gerald Banks was a founding member of Dance Theatre of Harlem. He performed with the company in their first performance at Jacob’s Pillow and their official debut at the Guggenheim Museum.

The Pittsburgh Courier described Banks’ “herculean tenacity” in a 1973 DTH performance. He also performed with the Greater Bridgeport Ballet ca. 1976 and performed leading roles like the Snow Queen’s Cavalier in The Nutcracker.

Later in his life, Banks gave voice lessons in New York City.

7,000 Children Looking Forward To ‘Nutcracker’ at the Klein, The Bridgeport Post
Harlem Ballet co. wins acclaim, The Pittsburgh Courier
Dance, The Tampa Tribune Oct 3, 1971
Arthur Mitchell’s Dance Theatre of Harlem, Jacob’s Pillow
Ode to Otis Photo, Jacob’s Pillow
Arthur Mitchell’s Dance Theatre of Harlem: The Early Years, Columbia University Libraries
Where Are They Now?, Newsday