On the language of modern dance

On Tuesday, November 26, we will see a series of performances by Complexions Contemporary Ballet, at The Joyce Theater (175 8th Avenue @19th Street) at 7:30PM.  The performance will run 2 approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including two intermissions.  We will meet in front of the theater at 7PM.  In preparation for this performance, we’ll watch and discuss the following during class:

“A History of Modern Dance”

“Martha Graham–A Dancer Revealed”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozu2M1nD1B4&list=PL7D1E529959368B33

Martha Graham’s “A Dancer’s World” (1957)

“Merce Cunningham at 90”

Merce Cunningham Dance Company at BAM

 

 

Here is an interview with Desmond Richardson, Director of Complexions Contemporary Ballet: