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When did Modern Begin?
19th and 20th century
What is a postmodernist?
people that rejected the limitations of Modern Dance
What did Ted Shawn establish?
Jacob's Pillow
What is Mary Wigman most known for?
Expressionist dance and dance therapy while stressing “absolute dance.”
What genders were allowed when Modern Dance began?
Male and female
Define Modern Dance
A form of contemporary, theatrical, and concert dance employing a special technique for developing the use of the entire body in movements expressive of abstract ideas.
What did Doris Humphrey and Charles Weidman create?
Created/explored the concept of “fall and recovery”
What did Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn do together to contribute to Modern Dance?
Established the company Denishawn
America and Germany
What was Modern Dance a response to?
Ballet and Vaudeville dance. It was a revolt.
What is Isadora Duncan called/considered?
The Mother of Modern Dance
What was Ruth St. Denis inspired by?
Used different cultures for inspiration
What did Modern Dance pioneers,1st generation, and 2nd generation artists do through dance?
Searched for ways for dance to reveal one’s inner self as well as be statements on relevant subjects rather than fairytales and frills
Why is Modern Dance often difficult to identify?
It doesn't fit into a box
What concept did Martha Graham experiment with in her movement?
The concept of contraction and release
What was Isadora Duncan inspired by?
Inspired by nature and Ancient Greece
What was Loie Fuller mostly known for?
Experimentation with costuming and lighting techniques
What life experiences did Martha Graham incorporate in her movement?
The rhythm of American life and the struggles of the individual
What was Mary Wigman’s contribution to Modern Dance?
Combined Eurhythmics and Rudolph Von Laban’s system of swings and dance notation
What was Isadora Duncan known for?
Evolving dance from an entertainment status to a serious art form