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Who is considered to be the founder of contemporary dance?
Who is considered to be the founder of contemporary dance?
Which dance school was founded by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn?
Which dance school was founded by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn?
Who developed a dance technique based on the contraction and release of the torso?
Who developed a dance technique based on the contraction and release of the torso?
In which year did Martha Graham found her own dance company?
In which year did Martha Graham found her own dance company?
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Who was the first choreographer to develop an independent attitude towards modern dance?
Who was the first choreographer to develop an independent attitude towards modern dance?
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Study Notes
Founders and Influencers of Contemporary Dance
- Martha Graham is considered to be the founder of contemporary dance.
Early Dance Schools
- The Denishawn School of Dancing and Related Arts was founded by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn.
Dance Techniques
- Martha Graham developed a dance technique based on the contraction and release of the torso.
Key Events and Milestones
- Martha Graham founded her own dance company in 1926.
Pioneers of Modern Dance
- Ted Shawn was the first choreographer to develop an independent attitude towards modern dance.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the history of contemporary dance! Explore the origins of this expressive art form and learn about its early pioneers such as Isadora Duncan and the Denishawn School of Dancing. Challenge yourself with questions on key historical events and influential figures in the development of contemporary dance.
