Mary Wigman
German dancer and choreographer
Born
November 13th, 1886
138 years ago
Died
1973
52 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A pioneer in modern dance, contributed significantly to the development of expressionist dance. Established a dance school in Dresden and played a vital role in the rise of German dance as an art form. Created several influential works, including 'Witch Dance' and 'The Temptation of St. Anthony'. Participated in the 1936 Berlin Olympics as a choreographer, showcasing the importance of dance in German culture during this period.
Founded the Wigman School in Dresden
Created influential dance works like 'Witch Dance'
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