choreographers

Traces the history of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater from its origins as a small, multiracial company in the early 1960s to national and international fame; discusses the troupe's association with civil rights, women's rights, and gay rights movements; and looks at some of the company's most celebrated dances.

Tells the life story of American choreographer Twyla Tharp, describes her major works, and includes a glossary and further reading list.

A biography of the dancer, choreographer, and teacher who is generally considered to be one of America's greatest pioneers of modern dance.

A brief description of the education and skills needed to become of choreographer, explaining the history of dance and dances performed around the world.

Examines the life of American dancer and choreographer Martha Graham, discussing her youth in Pennsylvania, her training at the Denishawn School of Dance in Los Angeles, her decision to form her own company, and her pioneering development of modern dance.

Profiles the careers of nine pioneers of American modern dance, and includes many black-and-white photos.

Tells the life story of American choreographer Jerome Robbins, describes his major works, and includes a glossary and further reading list.

Examines the life of American choreographer Bob Fosse, discussing his childhood experiences with dance, his work as a vaudeville performer, his decision to join the Navy, the development of his signature style, and his work in film and on Broadway.

Examines the life of American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey, discussing his youth in Texas, the sources of his inspiration, his entry into the world of dance, his decision to form a company featuring primarily African-American dancers, and his career triumphs.

Presents a biography of Agnes de Mille, discussing her illustrious family, her interest in dance and determination to become a ballerina, and her eventual success as a choreographer.