Basic History
Modern arrived to the spotlight around the beginning of what year?
1900's
Which modern technique requires the dancer to focus on their breath, and moves from the center of their body?
Graham technique
What was the name of the performing group and school that was established by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn?
Denishawn
Why was "Contemporary Dance" created?
Modern dancers wanted to "rebel" against their teachers to create their own companies and techniques.
Why was modern dance created?
As a rebellion against ballet
Which technique was intended to work in opposition to ballet?
Horton technique
Who created the Dance by Chance rule?
Merce Cunningham
Who is credited with revolutionizing African- American participation in 20th century concert dance?
Alvin Ailey
Who is known as the Mother of Modern Dance?
Martha Graham
Whose technique combines interpretations of Caribbean dances, traditional ballet, African rituals, and African American rhythms?
Katherine Dunham
Who is known for combining scenic elements to create artistic expression with the use of technology?
Loie Fuller
Who has choreographed 160 pieces for dance concerts, tv shows, Broadway musicals, and movies?
Twyla Tharp
Who is known as the First Modern Dancer?
Isadora Duncan
What movement technique emphasizes rebound, suspension, and the use of weight to inform movements?
Fall and Recovery
Which modern legend crossed modern and ballet, as well as finds a way to convery humor in his work?
Mark Morris
Who are 2 current day Contemporary choreographers?
Mia Michaels, Travis Wall, Sonya Tayeh, Stacey Tookey
What are 2 goals and ideas that inspired early modern dancers?
Communicate personal stories.
Magnify the beauty of natural body movement.
Discover connections between artistry and intellect
Explore creative uses of technology.
Celebrate diversity.
Doris Humphrey
Who were 3 students that studied with Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn, who went on to start their own companies?
Doris Humphrey
Martha Graham
Hanya Holm
What are some of the effects that dance competition tv shows have had on contemporary choreography?
Showcase turning skills
More dramatic interpretations
Shows off athleticism and flexibility