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100

A time era in which African slaves brought their culture into America. Known as the origins of Jazz dance.

The 1600s

100

Superstar from the 1980s who had a big impact on the direction of jazz dance with his creative dance steps, videos, presentation, and choreography.

Who is Michael Jackson?

100

Father of Jazz Dance

Who is Jack Cole?

200

A time era in which Jazz dance became more popular due to appearing in movies, commercials, MTV, and danced by Iconic Artists.  

The 1980s

200

A style of movement evolving from African slaves being brought to America.

What is Jazz Dance?

200

Created a dance style that accentuated his flaws, a big star known for dancing in Hollywood and broadway.

Who is Bob Fosse?

300

A time era in which Jazz dance will be incorporated into musicals and staged shows. 

The 1950s

300

A popular stage entertainment that popularized the African style of dance and music. 

What were the Minstrel Shows? 

300

" The flow ", Developed technique after becoming paralyzed due to a car accident.

Who is Luigi Giordano?

400

The era of Bill Bojangles Robinson. Jazz and Tap dance were merged.

The 1930s

400

A social dance that was created and became popular during the 1920s.

What is the Charleston?

400

Their dance style was based on strong emotions and showing inner feelings through dancing.

Who is Gus Giordano?

500

A time era in which Jazz dance increased in professionalism and Jazz as social dance decreased.

The 1940s

500
  • Examples:
    • Singin' in the Rain- Gene Kelly 
    • West Side Story- Jerome Robbins 


What are two examples of Musicals and staged shows from the 1950s?

500

Studied under Jack Cole; his style is called freestyle- danced strong and created line designs with the body. 

Who is Matt Mattox?
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