Definition

Proper noun: - Jerome Robbins: An influential American choreographer and theater director. He is celebrated for integrating profound human emotion into classical ballet and for bringing energetic, authentic vitality to Broadway musical productions. His career spanned much of the 20th century.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The ballet "Fancy Free" was choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
  • Many dancers studied the techniques pioneered by Jerome Robbins.
  • The musical "West Side Story" features iconic choreography by Jerome Robbins.

Advanced Usage

• "A Robbins ballet": A ballet choreographed in the distinctive style of Jerome Robbins, often characterized by its narrative drive, emotional depth, and incorporation of everyday movement.
  • Performing a Robbins ballet requires both technical precision and strong acting skills.
• Attribution in artistic contexts: His name is used to denote authorship and a specific style of choreography.
  • The program listed the piece as "Afternoon of a Faun" (choreography: Jerome Robbins).

Variants and Related Words

• Robbinsian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the choreographic style of Jerome Robbins.
  • The dancer's performance had a Robbinsian blend of athleticism and vulnerability.

Synonyms

• Choreographer: A person who creates dances. (This is the general category for his profession.)
• Director: A person who supervises the creative aspects of a stage production. (He also served in this role.)

Related Phrases and Concepts

• Choreography by Jerome Robbins: A standard phrase used in credits and descriptions for his work.
  • The revival was praised for faithfully reproducing the original choreography by Jerome Robbins.
• The Jerome Robbins Award: An award named in his honor, given for excellence in dance.
  • She was the youngest recipient of The Jerome Robbins Award.

Noun

1. United States choreographer who brought human emotion to classical ballet and spirited reality to Broadway musicals (1918-1998)