Barbara Ann Teer dies at 71
Arts advocate founded National Black Theater
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Teer was a dancer and actress who appeared in Broadway and off-Broadway productions. After growing tired of being offered stereotypical roles by white producers, she became an advocate for black artists and black culture.
In 1968, Teer founded the National Black Theater, which produces shows, lectures, workshops, classes and exhibits.
A native of East St. Louis, Ill., she moved to New York City after earning a bachelor's in dance from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.
She is survived by a daughter and a son.
