Agnes de Mille Choreographs Rodeo
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History II: Arts and Culture Series
- Categories: Women’s Issues, Arts
- Subcategories: Entertainment, Entertainers, Dance, Dancers, Dancing
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950, Women’s History
- Geographical Location: New York City
- Date: October 16, 1942
Article abstract: With Rodeo, Agnes de Mille secured the legitimacy of American folklore, colloquial gesture, and humor on the ballet stage.
Summary of Event
In 1942, when Agnes de Mille choreographed Rodeo, American ballet was just beginning to separate itself from Russian influence and find an identity of its own. Until the 1930’s, there had been few well-trained dancers in America and few choreographers. The public had acquired some awareness and appreciation of ballet with the tours of Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova in the 1920’s and the...
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