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- ↑ Campbell, Karen (2000-04-23). "Ronald K. Brown, Full of "Grace"". Boston Globe. pp. M5.
- ↑ Looseleaf, Victoria (2007-02-04). "Dance: At peace with his place; Choreographer Ronald K. Brown's style reflects his world travel and homegrown truths". Los Angeles Times. pp. F7.
