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Jun 30, 2024 · Agnes de Mille, who choreographed the first production of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II's "Oklahoma!" in 1943, was among the great ensemble of choreographers of the 1940's era, including George Balanchine in classical ballet, Gene Kelly with dance in film, and Martha Graham, a pioneer of modern dance.
Jun 13, 2024 · 175 pages, Hardcover. First published September 1, 1962. Book details & editions
6 days ago · Agnes De Mille developed a very unique style of dancing for "Oklahoma." She knew farmers and cowboys wouldn't be professional dancers, so she tried to make all of the dancing seem very rustic to match the characters.
Jun 13, 2024 · United States dancer and choreographer who introduced formal dance to a wide audience (1905-1993)
Jun 30, 2024 · - Agnes de Mille ; Cultural: "Dance is a reflection of the culture in which it is created." - George Balanchine ; Universal: "Dance is a language that everyone can understand." - Samuel Beckett ; These six key aspects of quotation about dancing highlight the importance and power of this art form.
Jun 13, 2024 · Martha Graham biographer Agnes de Mille tells of a conversation that’s worth relating here. Herself a choreographer, De Mille was dispirited; she believed her best work had been ignored by critics while her work on Oklahoma!, which she felt was only “fairly good,” was a “flamboyant” success.
Jun 12, 2024 · Among the first group of winners: Arthur Miller, Ingrid Bergman, Agnes de Mille and Helen Hayes. Now, the Tonys remain the highest honor a stage artist can receive in the U.S.
