Childhood
When was Merce born?
April 16, 1919
Who was the composer that Merce worked closely with since the beginning of his career?
John Cage
Which dance did Merce Choreograph that used sea music and film?
The Birds
What did Merce use to decide how many times to use something?
Chance
90 years old
Where was Merce born?
Centralia, Washington (US)
Who's modern dance company did Merce first join?
Martha Graham
Which dance celebrated Merce's life?
PS. It had a moving set. ;)
Nearly 90
What was Merce inspired by?
Wildlife
Where did he die?
NYC
At what age did Merce begin to dance?
Who did Merce study with at Mills College? (after Cornish)
A. Alvin Alley
B. Lester Horton
C. Paul Taylor
D. Beyonce
B. Lester Horton
Biped
Lifeforms
What disease did he suffer from before his death?
Arthritis
What college did Merce attend after briefly attending George Washington University?
Cornish University
John Cage
What dance did Merce talk about his creative process and use of chance?
Ocean
What Chinese book did Merce and Cage use to help with their Chance?
I Ching; the Chinese book of Changes
What is the Merce Cunningham Trust?
A foundation in his legacy that offers classes and workshops teaching Merce's technique and style.
What type of Dance did Merce start with?
Tap Dance
Who was Merces duet partner at his last public appearance as a dancer?
Mikhail Baryshnikov
What dance was created after his death?
A. Nearly 90
B. Trees
C. Pondway
D. Fly away
C. Pondway
Did Merce always align his dances with the music?
No, the dance and the music were separate in many cases.
Name any award Merce won.
National Medal of Arts (1990)
The MacArthur Fellowship (1985)
Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award in 2009
Japan’s Praemium Imperiale in 2005
The British Laurence Olivier Award in 1985
Named the Officer of the Legion d’Honneur in France in 2004.