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Margaret Morris (1891 - 1980), British dancer, choreographer and teacher
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Margaret Morris (1891 - 1980), British dancer, choreographer and teacher
Margaret Morris (1891 - 1980), British dancer, choreographer and teacher. Photographs showing her in various poses during her dance as a tree spirit, typical of the Isadora Duncan technique that she advocated. Morris founded the co-educational Margaret Morris School which taught dancing, painting and music and the Sketch advertises the " Childrens Season", performances by her students lasting four weeks. Date: 1921
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Margaret Morris (1891-1980), a pioneering British dancer, choreographer, and teacher, is captured in this series of photographs as she embodies the spirit of the natural world through her innovative dance techniques. Known for her advocacy of the Isadora Duncan method, Morris is seen here in various poses that evoke the grace and fluidity of a tree spirit. These images reflect her deep connection to the earth and her belief in the transformative power of dance. Morris founded the co-educational Margaret Morris School in London in 1915, which offered instruction in dancing, painting, and music. In December 1921, the school announced its "Children's Season," a four-week celebration showcasing performances by her students. These young dancers were likely inspired by Morris's unique approach to dance education, which emphasized individual expression, creativity, and the importance of movement as a means of self-expression and physical development. The 1920s were a time of great innovation and experimentation in the arts, and Morris was at the forefront of the dance world, pushing boundaries and challenging traditional notions of dance technique and performance. Her influence extended beyond the stage, as she also wrote extensively on dance and education, and her teachings continue to inspire dancers and educators around the world today.
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