Humphrey–Weidman technique
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The Humphrey–Weidman technique is a foundational modern dance methodology emphasizing principles like fall and recovery, developed through the collaborative work of choreographers Doris Humphrey and Charles Weidman.
Statements (43)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
dance methodology
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modern dance technique ⓘ |
| associatedWith | Humphrey–Weidman Company NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| basedOn |
breath rhythm
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principle of fall and recovery ⓘ spatial design in movement ⓘ suspension and release ⓘ use of gravity ⓘ weight and balance shifts ⓘ |
| coreConcept |
dynamic variation
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expressive use of torso ⓘ fall ⓘ opposition and balance ⓘ recovery ⓘ successional movement ⓘ |
| countryOfOrigin |
United States of America
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surface form:
United States
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| developer |
Charles Weidman
NERFINISHED
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Doris Humphrey NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| era | early 20th century ⓘ |
| field |
dance education
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performing arts ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
expressive intent in choreography
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musicality and phrasing ⓘ relationship between gravity and movement ⓘ |
| genre | dance technique ⓘ |
| hasNotableProponent | José Limón NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| historicalContext | second generation of American modern dance ⓘ |
| influenced |
contemporary modern dance training
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postmodern dance practices ⓘ |
| influencedBy |
American modern dance pioneers
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Charles Weidman’s choreographic principles ⓘ Doris Humphrey’s choreographic principles ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| movement | modern dance ⓘ |
| namedAfter |
Charles Weidman
NERFINISHED
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Doris Humphrey NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| relatedTo |
Graham technique
NERFINISHED
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Limón technique NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| teaches |
control between balance and off-balance states
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use of breath to initiate movement ⓘ |
| usedIn |
modern dance training curricula
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professional modern dance companies ⓘ university dance programs ⓘ |
Referenced by (1)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.