1900s-1929 in United States

Early 20th century President McKinley is assassinated and Theodore Roosevelt became president Inventions started to change the lives of Americans ( cars, recliners, Hair Dyers, Toasters, Band-Aids, etc.) US enters WWI – 1917

Roaring Twenties African Americans begin to travel north taking their cultures, dances, and music with them Women gain right to vote Women begin working outside the home in efforts to support the war Jazz Age begins Dance and music become accessible forms of household entertainment 1929- Great Depression Begins

Dances of the Early 1900s

Jazz Age Jazz music and dance styles became popular Jazz began in New Orleans as a fusion of African and European music Jazz age had a major influence on pop culture Originally saw as music of people with no training or skill Chicago was known as the Jazz Center of the World The Savory Ballroom became a launching pad for new fad dances, where individuals could learn the newest steps for just a dime

Ragtime Ragtime was popular American music, mostly composed for piano Ballroom was socially acceptable at the time and was very serious, Ragtime dance changed these norms Movement was very sporatic, exciting, energetic, fast paced African American culture had major influences on the style of dance and music of Ragtime

Cakewalk A type of Ragtime Dance A strutting dance of African American origins Scandalous rhythms

Tango -Began in Buenos Aires, Argentina -Influenced by African, North American, and Latin dances -Many were outraged by this dance because it was highly sensual and used erotic movmenet. -It was performed by a couple who typically kept very close body contact -Came to U.S in 1913 and was modified to have less body contact -Many different styles of Tango Tango

Foxtrot -Foxtrot is a smooth progressive dance -Long, continuous flowing movements across the floor -Developed in the 1910s -Influenced by African American culture -Known for its pattern: two steps forward and four quick steps backward

Charleston Named for the harbor city of Charleston, SC Influenced by African American culture Fast kicking step, kicking feet forward and backward Became the most popular dance of the era, until it was replaced by the Black Bottom on stages and in dance halls

Black Bottom Originated in New Orleans “Black Bottom Stomp” referred to Detroit’s Black Bottom Took over the Charleston and became number one social dance

Russo-American Ballet

ANNA PAVLOVA Russian Prima Ballerina Principal dancer in Imperial Russian Ballet and Ballet Russe First ballerina to tour ballet around the world Became an influence to the development of ballet in the 20th century Signature solo- The Dying Swan

Michel Fokine Russian choreographer and dancer Danced in Imperial Ballet School under Marius Petipa Aimed to dance beyond stereotypical ballet norms Choreographed Anna Pavlova’s signature solo The Dying Sawn Known for choreographing ballets Les Sylphides, Firebird, and Petrouchka

Vaslav Nijinsky Russian ballet dancer and choreographer Known for being the greatest male dancer of the 20th century Danced en pointe Danced and choreographed for Ballet Russe Was in a relationship with Serge Diaghilev Choreographed Afternoon of a Faun which was ridiculed by Paris audiences because of its conventional ballet techniques, costuming, and explicit suggestive movement Also choreographed Rite of Spring- the challenging theme and difficult music caused a riot during the performance

Serge Diaghilev Russian art critic, patron, ballet impresario Founder of Ballets Russes Was not a dancer, but greatly valued and loved the art of dance Artistic Director of Ballet Russe, touring with and instructing the company Many dancers were given the opportunity to travel the world dancing and training thanks to Serge and his contributions to dance Many popular ballets were created for the dancers of Ballet Russe Held a relationship with V. Nijinsky until Nijinsky married later in life

Modern Dance

Modern Dance Known as “New Dance” Created by dancers who wanted to revolt against ballet and it’s structure

Loie Fuller American dancer who was a pioneer of both modern dance Used theatrical lighting techniques, color gels, luminescent lighting, large amounts of fabric, elaborate costumes, special effects, large projections Loie was rival to Isadora Duncan preceding her independence, enterprising, and exploration of foreign movement

Isadora Duncan Known as “mother of modern dance” Pioneer dancer and choreographer of modern dance Inspired by nature and Greek Culture First known for dancing barefoot Feminine Romantic style, known for wearing revealing tunics Used experimental movement and never created a technique. Students were suppose to just replicate what ever Duncan did

Ruth St. Denis Married to Ted Shawn American Modern pioneer dancer and choreographer Co-founder of Denishawn School Taught famous modern dancers Inspired by Egyptian and Asian culture Known as the “first lady of modern dance”

Ted Shawn Married to Ruth St. Denis Co-founder of Denishawn school Taught many famous modern dancers Created all male dance group called Ted Shawn and his Men Dancers Founder and creator of Jacob’s Pillow Summer Dance Festival

Denishawn School and Company First successful modern dance company Name came from the combination of Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn’s last names School trained many famous modern dancers and choreographer like Martha Graham, Doris Humphrey, Charles Weidman and more.

Mrs. Busch’s Adorable Twins! Easton and Jaxson