Charles Weidman, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Charles Weidman

American choreographer

Date of Birth: 22-Jul-1901

Place of Birth: Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Date of Death: 15-Jul-1975

Profession: choreographer, dancer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer


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About Charles Weidman

  • Charles Weidman (July 22, 1901 – July 15, 1975) was a renowned choreographer, modern dancer and teacher.
  • He is well known as one of the pioneers of modern dance in America.
  • He wanted to break free from the traditional movements of dance forms popular at the time to create a uniquely American style of movement.
  • Born in 1901, he choreographed from the 1920s until his death in 1975.
  • While he is most famous for his work with Doris Humphrey, Weidman did a lot of work on his own.
  • He created a bridge to a new range of movement that he only began to explore.
  • His work inspired many and helped to create a whole genre of dance that is still evolving today.

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