Isadora Duncan: Her Role in the Progressive Movement 1869-1920
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A 10 page paper which outlines the importance of the modern dancer Isadora Duncan to the Progressive Movement at the turn of the Twentieth Century. Reveals that while her artistic style was one which was sometimes criticized by Progressives, it was one which was inspired by cultural disparity and one which affected a certain degree of change. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Essay Title: Isadora Duncan: Her Role in the Progressive Movement 1869-1920

Jazz Dancing
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A 5 page research paper that focuses on the energy and movement involved in jazz dance performance. The writer spotlights three performances by the Nicholas Brothers dance team, which appeared in numerous movies in the 1930s and 40s. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Essay Title: Jazz Dancing

Jerome Robbins (1919-1998)
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This 5 page discussion considers Jerome Robbins premise, 'When you learn to move your body on a note of music, it's exciting. You have taken control of your body and, by learning to do that, you discover that you can take control of your life.' A Betomann Archive photo of Robbins teaching in West Side Story is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Essay Title: Jerome Robbins (1919-1998)

Life and Works of Agnes de Mille
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A 3 page paper which examines the life and work of Agnes de Mille through a review of “No Intermissions: The Life of Agnes de Mille” by Carol Easton. No additional sources cited.
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Essay Title: Life and Works of Agnes de Mille

Line Dancing
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A 5 page paper on the general background of line dancing, its popularity and decline. The paper focuses on the benefits of line dancing as it relates to physical and mental health. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Linedance.doc
Essay Title: Line Dancing

Merce Cunningham
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of Merce Cunningham with an emphasis on his dance techniques. Cunningham's philosophy, choreography, life, and mentors are each discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Essay Title: Merce Cunningham

MISTRESS OF THE DANCE: SIOBHAN DAVIES
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This 5 page paper outlines the career of Davies, one of the most revered directors of the contemporary dance scene. This paper also analyzes briefly the dance pieces, White Man Sleeps, and Wyoming which were two of her earliest works. Also features an in-depth interview with Davies. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Essay Title: MISTRESS OF THE DANCE: SIOBHAN DAVIES