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Martha Graham: used theory of contraction and release. In 1926, she founded the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance, the oldest dance company in America. Her dances were influenced by social issues.
Doris Humphrey: technique of fall and recovery from the natural dynamic of the human footfall
Hanya Holm: worked in a varied range and created humorous dances of social commentary. Also brought modern dance to Broadway.
Lester Horton: created The Lester Horton Dance Group. It became known for technique and theatrical style that embraced themes of social and political protest as well as satire.
Twyla Tharp: used techniques drawn from social dance, ballet and modern dance
Isadora Duncan, "Mother of Modern Dance": Danced in bare feet and simple clothing. She used Greek-inspired movements and developed dance theories.
Erick Hawkins: choreographer with an independent approach to movement based on natural kinesthetic response.
Merce Cunningham: fused Grahams technique with ballet, locating the source of movement in the spine
Ruth St. Denis: used ethnic and Asian dance styles to create dramatic performances. She and her husband founded the Denishawn School, which trained dancers like Martha Graham.
Katherine Dunham: used technique that drew on movements from the Pacific, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Alvin Ailey: trained under Lester Horton. Founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. His best works drew from African-American tradition and subject matter
Mark Morris: formed the Mark Morris Dance Group. Known as one of the greatest living choreoraphers, a dancer of great power, and an imaginative theater artist.
Ohad Naharin: Artistic director of Batsheva Dance Co. developed signature style and technique called Gaga. Uses flexible limbs and spines with deeply grounded movements, explosive bursts, and vitality.
Shen Wei: combines Eastern and Western influences to created bold pieces. Uses vivid colors and costumes. Founder and artistic director of Shen Wei Dance Arts.