modern dance company
Contemporary movement ensemble
A modern dance company is an organized group of dancers and choreographers who perform modern dance—a style that emerged in the early twentieth century as a departure from classical ballet's rigid techniques.
These companies typically have artistic directors who set creative vision, resident choreographers, and ensemble dancers.
Major examples include the Martha Graham Dance Company and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
She auditioned for several modern dance companies after graduating from conservatory.
- contemporaryOf the present age
- choreographerOne who designs dances
- artistic directorOrganization's creative leader
- troupeTraveling group of performers
- rehearsalPre-performance practice session
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