The history of modern dance / produced, directed and edited by James Holzknecht ; Castalia Media.
| Other author | Holzknecht, James, director, producer. |
| Other author | Castalia Media (Firm) |
| Other author | Insight Media (Firm) |
| Format | Video (DVD) |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Distributing by Insight Media, [2008] |
| Description | 1 videodisc (52 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction -- Early dance pioneers in the United States (1900-1940) -- Experimentation in ballet (1900-1930s) -- Foundations of modern dance (1910-1940s) -- The second generation of modern dance (1935-1980s) -- New directions for modern dance (1940-present) -- The growth & development of modern dance education (1920s-present). |
| Abstract | Includes interviews, archival photographs, and footage of dance rehearsals and performances to explore the history of 20th century dance. Features discussion of topics such as shoeless dancing in ballet, the Graham technique, the contributions of the African and Caribbean movements, the use of technology, the role of academia, and more. |
| General note | Originally produced in 2008. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Credits | Choreography, Jessica Lindberg ; videography, Leah Ross, Mary Luker. |
| Performer | Dana Tai Soon Burgess, Michelle N. Burkhart, Jose Bustamante, Paul Emerson, Judith Lynne Hanna, Jessica Lindberg, Allison Orr, Nancy Reynolds, Nejla Yatkin. |
| Technical details | DVD. |
| Language | Closed-captioned. |
| Genre/form | Documentary films. |
| Genre/form | Nonfiction films. |
| Genre/form | Video recordings for the hearing impaired. |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Compact DVDs | GV1783 .H57 2008 DVD | ✔ Available | Place Hold |