ask a few questions based on this “ Modern dance saw one of its biggest creators come into the spotlight during the 1920's. It was a time where women had just gotten their right to vote and they were finally able to begin making their own path in society. It was also during this time that Martha Graham founded her dance company and school that still exists to this day. Martha Graham was the creator of the Graham technique and she continues to be known as the "Dancer of the Century". She showcased human emotion in a raw, original way and sought to use her technique to break away from the rigidity of the past. Graham implemented spirals, contractions of the spine, releases of the entire body, and gravity in order to create her own style. This technique is foundational to modern dance and is still taught in most modern classes today.
Modern dance is deeply rooted in self expression and improvisation. Many individuals are primarily attracted to the art form because it is a break from more rigid styles such as ballet. It originally became popular during the 1900s and takes inspiration from many different dance styles but it primarily uses jazz and ballet. The freedom that modern dance offers is one of the things that attracted Martha Graham to modern Dance. In Graham's view, dance is the embodiment of the conflict between the individual and the society in the human experience. This project will study the implementation of the Graham technique that is used in order to showcase that.”
1. What were some key factors that contributed to the rise of modern dance in the 1920's?
2. How did Martha Graham's dance technique differ from more traditional styles?
3. How did Martha Graham use her technique to express human emotions in a unique way?
4. How does modern dance differ from more rigid styles like ballet?
5. How has Martha Graham's influence on modern dance continued to be felt in the dance world today?