BALLET: TRADITION AND EVOLUTION
Description
discuss the following:
1) American Ballet and Balanchine:
Referencing the ideas in this module, discuss what characteristics define do you think defines the development of ballet in America. Why was Balanchine important? Select one dance work (a piece of choreography) from the videos provided in this module that you feel demonstrates these characteristics and explain.
2) Evolution of Ballet:
Choose one choreographer, company, or dancer discussed in this module from the list below. Discuss how your chosen artist challenges traditional ballet perspectives? Select one dance work (a piece of choreography) that you feel demonstrates the values of the choreographer through the dance, and/or one supporting source (interview, article, etc.).
NOTE: In both examples, consider how your chosen video or source supports your observations. Be sure to describe specific movements or ideologies to support your statements. Cite sources and include timestamps:
- Agnes De Mille
Dance Theatre Harlem (Arthur Mitchell)
Lines Ballet (Alonzo King)
Jerome Robbins
Misty Copeland
Sono Osato
- Michaela DePrince
Module.Jonah Bokaer is known for his choreography incorporating media artists, working in digital media, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and social enterprise. He regularly creates site specific work and has an interest in technology/visual arts.
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