Christopher Bruce Flashcards
When was Bruce born?
1945
When did Bruce start dance and why?
Age 11 at the Benson Stage Academy, Scarborough. His Father was a Doctor and believed it would help strengthen his legs as he suffered from polio. He started at the Rambert School at age 13.
When did he join Ballet Rambert?
1963
When was he appointed Associate Director?
1975-79
When was he appointed Associate Choreographer?
1979-87
When did he become Artistic Director?
1994-2002
Bruce’s style
He combined classical and contemporary dance, often set against popular music. He was an eclectic choreographer- ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, folk dance, popular dance.
When was Rooster?
1991
When was Ghost Dances?
1981
When was Swansong?
1987
What was his relationship like with Marie Rambert?
Didn’t think she was a very good technical ballet teacher. She was “ferocious”.
Who was the Artistic Director who trusted Bruce to create his first work?
Norman Morrice, Artistic Director 1966-1972: ‘George Frideric’ in 1969.
What did Tetley tell him about choreography?
“You must be true to yourself and you must have integrity”
What are his stylistic features?
Eclectic style- blending contemporary with ballet
Social and political themes
Popular/ upbeat music
True or false; Bruce was a popularist
True
