Choreographers attempt to “expand breadth and increase the depth of performance,” by expressing an idea through the ever evolving art form, dance. Born in 1894 Allegheny- Pennsylvania, Martha Graham an inspirational choreographer, embellished historical American culture and woman rights. A revolution and adventure in itself. Graham establish new pathways in the field of choreography and performance through family influences plus through different eras.
Graham, once described as “indomitable, moody and dream-obsessed,” was heavily influence by her parents. Her indomitable characteristic was developed through her father, George, a physician with special interest in ‘matter of the mind.’ Jane Beers, her mother, was a tenth-generation offspring
Graham, once described as “indomitable, moody and dream-obsessed,” was heavily influence by her parents. Her indomitable characteristic was developed through her father, George, a physician with special interest in ‘matter of the mind.’ Jane Beers, her mother, was a tenth-generation offspring