Statements (683)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:traditional_dance
gptkb:choreography gptkb:educators gptkb:Dancer |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:dance
gptkb:American_Dance_Festival gptkb:artistic_legacy gptkb:The_Graham_School gptkb:Juilliard_School gptkb:New_York_City gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company gptkb:New_York_City_Ballet gptkb:Bennington_College gptkb:Dance_Theatre_of_Harlem gptkb:theater gptkb:The_Martha_Graham_Dance_Company gptkb:performance_art gptkb:Modernism gptkb:music_awards American culture expressionism dance performances artistic expression dance education dance scholarships Graham technique avant-garde cultural impact dance workshops dance festivals dance history dance choreography American modern dance dance archives dance companies dance research dance collaborations dance documentaries dance innovation dance critiques The Graham Technique dance education reform dance history preservation dance aesthetics dance philosophy dance biographies feminism in dance dance legacy preservation |
| gptkbp:awarded_for |
gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Lifetime_Achievement
|
| gptkbp:awarded_to |
gptkb:National_Medal_of_Science
gptkb:Tony_Award gptkb:Kennedy_Center_Honors the Dance Magazine Award |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Tony_Award
gptkb:Kennedy_Center_Honors gptkb:Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom |
| gptkbp:belief |
the power of movement
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| gptkbp:birth_date |
1894-05-11
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| gptkbp:birth_place |
gptkb:Pittsburgh,_Pennsylvania,_USA
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| gptkbp:born |
May 11, 1894
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| gptkbp:born_in |
gptkb:Pittsburgh,_Pennsylvania
1894 |
| gptkbp:born_on |
May 11, 1894
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| gptkbp:child |
gptkb:Mary_Graham
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| gptkbp:children |
gptkb:Mary_Graham
gptkb:Catherine_Graham |
| gptkbp:choreography |
gptkb:Phaedra
|
| gptkbp:collaborated_with |
gptkb:Aaron_Copland
gptkb:Isamu_Noguchi gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company gptkb:Louis_Horst |
| gptkbp:contributed_to |
modern dance
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| gptkbp:contribution |
dance as a form of expression
theatrical dance development of modern dance technique |
| gptkbp:created |
gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring_(1930)
gptkb:Errand_into_the_Maze gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Earth gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Seven_Veils gptkb:Satyric_Festival_Song gptkb:The_Great_American_Dance gptkb:The_Concert gptkb:The_Dance_of_Death gptkb:The_Letter gptkb:The_Mother gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring gptkb:The_Seasons gptkb:Appalachian_Spring gptkb:The_Firebird gptkb:Phaedra gptkb:Cave_of_the_Heart gptkb:Lamentation gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Universe gptkb:Letter_to_the_World gptkb:Night_Journey gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Death Graham technique The Dance of the Heart The Dance of the Moon The Dance of the Spirit The Dance of the Stars The Dance of the Soul The Dance of the Cosmos The Dance of the Mind The Dance of the Body The Dance of the Wind The Dance of the Fire The Dance of the Water over 180 works Dance works based on Greek mythology Over 180 works The Dance of the Life The Dance of the Beauty The Dance of the Beauty and Grace The Dance of the Compassion The Dance of the Compassion and Love. The Dance of the Dream The Dance of the Earth and Sky The Dance of the Freedom The Dance of the Freedom and Power The Dance of the Grace The Dance of the Hope The Dance of the Hope and Dream The Dance of the Joy The Dance of the Joy and Sorrow The Dance of the Knowledge The Dance of the Knowledge and Understanding The Dance of the Life and Death The Dance of the Love The Dance of the Love and Peace The Dance of the Peace The Dance of the Power The Dance of the Reality The Dance of the Reality and Truth The Dance of the Sorrow The Dance of the Strength The Dance of the Strength and Wisdom The Dance of the Truth The Dance of the Understanding The Dance of the Wisdom The Legend of the Great American Dance |
| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
20th century America
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| gptkbp:death_date |
1991-04-01
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| gptkbp:developed_by |
Graham technique
The use of breath in dance |
| gptkbp:died |
April 1, 1991
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| gptkbp:died_in |
gptkb:1991
gptkb:New_York_City |
| gptkbp:died_on |
April 1, 1991
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| gptkbp:education |
gptkb:University_of_Wisconsin–_Madison
gptkb:University_of_Pennsylvania gptkb:Denishawn_School_of_Dancing_and_Related_Arts |
| gptkbp:emphasizes |
expressive movement
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
dance education
Graham technique dramatic storytelling dance as a form of expression innovative choreography collaborations with composers the use of improvisation in dance collaborations with visual artists choreographic innovation pioneering modern dance theatrical dance exploration of human experience the use of narrative in dance theatrical dance productions expressive dance style collaborations with writers the integration of music and dance expressive storytelling thematic exploration of identity the use of symbolism in dance the Graham technique the use of physicality in dance the exploration of cultural themes in dance the exploration of psychological themes in dance the exploration of age in dance the exploration of aspiration in dance the exploration of audience in dance the exploration of class in dance the exploration of collaboration in dance the exploration of communication in dance the exploration of community in dance the exploration of connection in dance the exploration of creativity in dance the exploration of critique in dance the exploration of expression in dance the exploration of family in dance the exploration of gender in dance the exploration of historical themes in dance the exploration of human emotions in dance the exploration of identity in dance the exploration of imagination in dance the exploration of innovation in dance the exploration of inspiration in dance the exploration of legacy in dance the exploration of motivation in dance the exploration of mythological themes in dance the exploration of performance in dance the exploration of personal themes in dance the exploration of political themes in dance the exploration of race in dance the exploration of reception in dance the exploration of sexuality in dance the exploration of social themes in dance the exploration of spiritual themes in dance the exploration of tradition in dance the exploration of universal themes in dance the use of breath in dance the use of costumes in dance the use of lighting in dance the use of space and time in dance the use of the body as an instrument of expression creating a unique dance language emotional depth in performance thematic exploration of femininity thematic exploration of mythology thematic exploration of personal struggle thematic exploration of social issues use of space in dance |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
" Dance is the hidden language of the soul."
" The dance is a poem of which each movement is a word." " The only sin is to be inauthentic." " To me, the body says what words cannot." " Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their passion." |
| gptkbp:founded |
gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company
gptkb:Graham_School_of_Contemporary_Dance Graham Technique Graham School the Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance |
| gptkbp:founder |
gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company
Graham technique |
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Daughter
gptkb:Mary_Graham |
| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
gptkb:dance
dance and music dance education dance movements dance festivals dance history dance choreography dance theory dance companies dance literature dance and community dance aesthetics dance philosophy dance criticism dance performance art dance and culture dance and technology dance and feminism dance and identity dance and politics dance and anthropology dance and history dance and literature dance and philosophy dance and psychology dance and sociology dance and education dance and performance studies dance and society dance and visual arts |
| gptkbp:has_student_body |
gptkb:Denishawn_School
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| gptkbp:has_style |
contemporary dance
theatrical dance expressive dance avant-garde dance dramatic dance |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Martha Graham
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| gptkbp:influenced |
gptkb:Martha_Clarke
gptkb:Pina_Bausch gptkb:dance gptkb:Paul_Taylor gptkb:Alvin_Ailey gptkb:Bill_T._Jones gptkb:David_Gordon gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company gptkb:Merce_Cunningham gptkb:Mark_Morris gptkb:performance_art gptkb:Twyla_Tharp Contemporary dance Postmodern dance Theatrical dance contemporary dance modern dance dance education Dance education Dance therapy dance therapy Dance aesthetics many choreographers Choreography in theater Graham 10 Graham 2 Graham 3 Graham 4 Graham 5 Graham 6 Graham 7 Graham 8 Graham 9 Feminist dance The development of modern dance |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Isadora_Duncan
gptkb:Ruth_St._Denis gptkb:Ted_Shawn |
| gptkbp:inspired |
dance education
Choreographers future generations of dancers Many contemporary dancers many dancers Many dancers and choreographers the feminist movement in dance |
| gptkbp:is_a_member_of |
gptkb:American_Academy_of_Arts_and_Letters
gptkb:American_Dance_Festival gptkb:National_Academy_of_Design Dance USA |
| gptkbp:is_active_in |
gptkb:1980s
gptkb:20th_century 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
American modern dance
the Graham technique the American modern dance movement |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
pioneer of modern dance
a pioneer of modern dance one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century |
| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
American identity
human emotion Themes of American identity Themes of mythology Feminine experience Themes of human emotion |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
modern dance
innovative choreography her unique style |
| gptkbp:is_married_to |
gptkb:Yasushi_Inoue
gptkb:Morris_G._G._Graham gptkb:Ernest_Graham gptkb:Yasushi_Nagata Ernest Caldwell |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a pioneer of modern dance
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| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
her contributions to dance
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| gptkbp:is_remembered_for |
dramatic expression
her unique style the exploration of human emotions her teaching methods her influence on future generations of dancers the integration of music and dance her innovative choreography her contributions to American culture the establishment of modern dance as a respected art form the collaboration with visual artists the creation of a dance technique the creation of a legacy in dance the creation of iconic roles the development of a unique dance vocabulary the emphasis on physicality in dance the emphasis on the dancer's interpretation the emphasis on the individual dancer's expression the establishment of a dance school the exploration of cultural themes in dance the exploration of psychological themes in dance the influence on future generations of dancers the influence on theatrical productions the promotion of dance as a form of storytelling the promotion of dance as a means of communication the use of costumes to enhance performance the use of improvisation in choreography the use of lighting in performance the use of space in choreography the use of the body as an instrument theatrical dance works the exploration of themes such as love, death, and identity her ability to convey complex themes through movement her collaborations with composers and artists her dedication to the art of dance her emotional expression in dance her exploration of human emotions her innovative use of space her role in establishing modern dance as a respected art form her choreography that often addressed social issues |
| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
gptkb:Dancing_at_the_Denishawn_School
gptkb:University_of_Wisconsin gptkb:University_of_California,_Los_Angeles gptkb:University_of_Wisconsin-Madison gptkb:Denishawn_School_of_Dancing_and_Related_Arts at the University of Pennsylvania Dance at the University of Wisconsin |
| gptkbp:is_taught_in |
gptkb:dance
gptkb:Dance_at_Bennington_College gptkb:Juilliard_School gptkb:Bennington_College gptkb:choreography Dance technique Many famous dancers |
| gptkbp:known_for |
gptkb:Cultural_impact
Modern dance Pioneering modern dance Theatrical performances Emotional intensity Emotional storytelling modern dance spiritual themes Graham technique emotional depth expressive movement historical themes cultural themes feminist themes mythological themes political themes dramatic storytelling Innovative choreography Innovative use of space dance as a form of expression Artistic legacy social themes psychological themes Artistic collaboration Emphasis on personal expression American themes innovative choreography Expressive movement Physicality in performance use of space dance as a form of communication Integration of music and movement Innovative choreography techniques Exploration of psychological themes Choreographic innovation Influence on ballet physicality in dance theatrical dance personal themes expressive dance style Cultural impact on the arts dance as a form of art dance as a form of therapy dance as a form of storytelling Legacy in dance history Cinematic dance works Cultural commentary through dance Emphasis on the human experience Influence on Broadway dance Pioneering modern dance techniques The Graham technique Theatrical storytelling through dance Theatricality in modern dance Use of music in dance Use of symbolism in dance dance as a form of community building dance as a form of cultural expression dance as a form of education dance as a form of empowerment dance as a form of historical reflection dance as a form of identity exploration dance as a form of myth-making dance as a form of personal exploration dance as a form of political expression dance as a form of ritual. dance as a form of social commentary |
| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:Academic
gptkb:Martha_Graham_Technique gptkb:Martha_Graham_Dance_Company dance education Graham technique influence on modern art dance as a form of expression Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance dance education programs influence on American culture influence on performance art influence on theater modern dance movement choreographic innovation influence on choreography cultural impact on dance influence on cultural movements influence on dance history influence on contemporary dance influence on contemporary choreography dance companies inspired by her work modern dance technique influence on theatrical performance influence on feminist dance dance as a storytelling medium |
| gptkbp:marriage_date |
gptkb:Ernest_Graham
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| gptkbp:mentor |
gptkb:Paul_Taylor
gptkb:Alvin_Ailey gptkb:Merce_Cunningham gptkb:Twyla_Tharp |
| gptkbp:nationality |
gptkb:American
|
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Choreography
gptkb:Tony_Award gptkb:Kennedy_Center_Honors gptkb:Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom |
| gptkbp:notable_work |
gptkb:Errand_into_the_Maze
gptkb:Appalachian_Spring gptkb:Cave_of_the_Heart gptkb:Lamentation gptkb:Night_Journey |
| gptkbp:notable_works |
gptkb:Errand_into_the_Maze
gptkb:Satyric_Festival_Song gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring_(1948) gptkb:The_Dance_of_Death gptkb:The_Letter gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring gptkb:The_Seasons gptkb:Appalachian_Spring gptkb:Cave_of_the_Heart gptkb:Lamentation gptkb:The_Green_Table gptkb:Night_Journey |
| gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:Director
gptkb:choreography gptkb:educators |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:The_Great_American_Dance
gptkb:The_Dance_of_Death gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring gptkb:Appalachian_Spring gptkb:Cave_of_the_Heart gptkb:Lamentation gptkb:Night_Journey gptkb:The_Four_Seasons in the United States in Europe in New York City in Europe and the United States |
| gptkbp:popularized_by |
Graham technique
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| gptkbp:received |
gptkb:Tony_Award
gptkb:Kennedy_Center_Honors gptkb:the_Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom gptkb:Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom multiple awards |
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:National_Medal_of_Science
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| gptkbp:residence |
gptkb:New_York_City
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| gptkbp:signature |
gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring_(1930)
gptkb:Errand_into_the_Maze gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Earth gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Seven_Veils gptkb:Satyric_Festival_Song gptkb:The_Great_American_Dance gptkb:The_Dance_of_Death gptkb:The_Rite_of_Spring gptkb:The_Song_of_Songs gptkb:The_Wedding gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Dead gptkb:Appalachian_Spring gptkb:The_Tempest gptkb:The_Firebird gptkb:Phaedra gptkb:The_Legend_of_the_Fall gptkb:Cave_of_the_Heart gptkb:Lamentation gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Universe gptkb:The_Dance_of_the_Hours gptkb:The_Green_Table gptkb:Night_Journey gptkb:The_Four_Seasons gptkb:chronicle The Dance of the Spirits The Dance of the Moon The Dance of the Shadows The Dance of the Waves The Dance of the Stars The Dance of the Elements The Dance of the Cosmos The Dance of the Seasons The Dance of the Ages The Dance of the Spirits of the Day The Dance of the Spirits of the Night The Dance of the Sun The Dance of the Light The Dance of the Fire The Dance of the Night The Dance of the Winds The Dance of the Day The Dance of the Living The Dance of the Spirits of the Earth The Dance of the Spirits of the Sea The Dance of the Spirits of the Sky The Dance of the Spirits of the Universe Seraphic Dialogue The Dance of the Forces The Dance of the Spirits of the Ages The Dance of the Spirits of the Cosmos The Dance of the Spirits of the Elements The Dance of the Spirits of the Fire The Dance of the Spirits of the Forces The Dance of the Spirits of the Seasons The Dance of the Spirits of the Wind The Vision of the Anointed |
| gptkbp:spouse |
gptkb:Ernest_R._Graham
gptkb:Ernest_Graham |
| gptkbp:style |
modern dance
expressive movement theatrical dramatic expressive psychological themes dramatic narrative abstract dance physicality in dance expressive dance dramatic dance |
| gptkbp:was_a |
gptkb:ballet
gptkb:cultural_icon cultural leader dance innovator |
| gptkbp:was_a_pioneer_in |
American modern dance
|
| gptkbp:was_a_proponent_of |
artistic expression
the exploration of personal themes in dance individuality in dance the integration of dance and theater |
| gptkbp:was_educated_at |
gptkb:the_University_of_California,_Los_Angeles
gptkb:Denishawn_School_of_Dancing_and_Related_Arts |
| gptkbp:was_influenced_by |
gptkb:Ruth_St._Denis
gptkb:Ted_Shawn Duncan dance theosophy the American landscape |
| gptkbp:was_known_for |
gptkb:artistic_vision
emotional intensity expressive movement physicality the exploration of identity thematic exploration cultural commentary dramatic expression dramatic storytelling psychological depth innovative choreography use of space the exploration of space the exploration of the human condition pioneering modern dance use of music theatrical dance her unique style use of props the exploration of time the exploration of form the exploration of mythology use of lighting the exploration of creativity the exploration of history the exploration of movement the exploration of rhythm the exploration of emotion the Graham technique the exploration of artistry the exploration of dynamics the exploration of femininity the exploration of gesture the exploration of performance. the exploration of style the exploration of technique the relationship between body and mind the use of breath in movement use of costumes the use of breath in dance her contributions to dance history her theatrical productions the use of contraction and release |
| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Choreography
gptkb:Dance_Magazine_Award gptkb:Kennedy_Center_Honors gptkb:Presidential_Medal_of_Freedom |
| gptkbp:works_with |
gptkb:Louis_Horst
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Bill_T._Jones
gptkb:Mikhail_Baryshnikov gptkb:Robert_Wilson gptkb:Twyla_Tharp |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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