ruth st. denis

Thân thiện

A dancer performs a piece inspired by Ruth St. Denis.

Definition

Proper noun: - Ruth St. Denis: An American modern dance pioneer, performer, and choreographer. She is recognized as a foundational figure in the development of modern dance in the United States, known for her innovative, spiritual, and often Orientalist-themed works. She co-founded the Denishawn School and Company with her husband, Ted Shawn.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The early 20th-century choreography of Ruth St. Denis drew inspiration from Asian cultures and mythology.
  • Many historians credit Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn with training the first generation of American modern dancers.

Advanced Usage

• "in the style of Ruth St. Denis": Used to describe dance works or movements that emulate her characteristic approach, which often integrated dramatic expression, exotic themes, and a sense of the spiritual.
  • The solo was performed in the style of Ruth St. Denis, with flowing silks and symbolic gestures.

Variants and Related Words

• Denishawn: (Proper noun) The name of the influential dance school and company founded by Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn. It serves as a direct reference to their collaborative legacy.
  • She studied at the Denishawn school in Los Angeles.

Synonyms

• Dance innovator: A general term for someone who pioneers new forms in dance.
• Modern dance pioneer: A more specific term highlighting her role in the early modern dance movement.

Related Phrases

• St. Denis technique: Refers to the distinctive training methods and movement principles she developed, often emphasizing lyrical flow, torso articulation, and expressive use of costume.
  • The workshop focused on the St. Denis technique and its influence on contemporary dance.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States dancer and choreographer who collaborated with Ted Shawn (1877-1968)

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• St. Denis
• Saint Denis
• Ruth Saint Denis
• Ruth St. Denis