History of Contemporary Flashcards
When and where did contemporary dance begin?
1950s- 1960s in America and Europe. hard to say exactly because of so many influential people growing and developing the dance firm
Who inspired contemporary dance
Isadora Duncan
When was contemporary established as a dance form
1980s
What was contemporary based on
Influences and philosophies from Indian Health Yoga and Zen Buddhism. Mind and body as one
Rebellion against strict rules of classical ballet
What was different about contemporary’s style
alignment style and turnout bit strict grounded and weighted. new dynamics More emotive Inspiration from current events, ideas and themes. Expressive Thought provoking
Who were the contemporary dance pioneers
merce cunningham
jose limon
martha graham
Who’s style was based on natural movement of the body?
Merce Cunningham
Space, rhythm and articulation
How influential is contemporary now
Accessible and popular. Recognised by mass culture
Who’s style is contractions and floorwork?
Martha Graham
Grounded, abdominal
Who’s style is fall, recovery, release and suspension?
Jose Limon
Use of breath
