Details of the ballet were recounted during the author's interview with Katherine Dunham, January 29, 1993 in East St. Louis; Ms. Dunham described the action of the ballet while playing a tape of DeStefano's musical score. Dancer Glory Van Scott discusses Katherine Dunham and her experiences as a member of the Dunham Company. Katherine Dunham: “Rites de Passage” is an upcoming feature length documentary film that chronicles the pursuit to transform what dancers refer to as a living treasure/archive where “the dance lives in the body” into a staged event.From choreography – to class/rehearsal – to stage. There are countless anecdotes about Katherine Dunham’s triumphs. (Content) - A Visit with Katherine Dunham, a film by D.A. Dunham had one of the most successful dance careers in American and European theater of the 20th century, and directed her own dance company for many years. I never hire zombies. While a student at the University of Chicago, she formed a dance group that performed in concert at the Chicago Studs Terkel continues to interview actress and singer Eartha Kitt. She believes in the importance of unconditional positive regard and genuineness in building a safe therapeutic environment for all clients. Dunham is interviewed by Gloria Van Scott at Southern Illinois University. Table of Contents . Katherine Dunham Biography (1909–2006) Anthropologist, Ethnologue, Choreographer, Dancer, creator of the Dunham Technique, author, Scholar, activist and humanist. In 1993, Katherine Dunham and Dr. Rose invited ten dancers to pursue Dunham Teacher Certification under the newly developed process of certification. Listen to Profile and Interview with Katherine Dunham by PBS NewsHour with a free trial.\nListen to unlimited* audiobooks on the web, iPad, iPhone and Android. Unless otherwise indicated, descriptions of the ballet come from this interview with Ms. Dunham. Dunham early became interested in dance. Be friendly and courteous at all times. See what's new with book lending at the Internet Archive. He learned his first Dunham routine as an 11-year-old student at eta Creative Arts Foundation, a theater on Chicago’s South Side. Permissions, licensing requests, and all other inquiries should be directed in writing to: Pacifica Radio Archives c/o Archives Director, 3729 Cahuenga Blvd. The Katherine Dunham Personal Foundation (Content). Please contact the Pacifica Radio Archives if you wish to use any portion of this recording in any published work or performance. Type of Resource Moving image Languages English Identifiers NYPL catalog ID (B-number): b12158550 At an early age, Dunham became interested in dance. She began her training in classical ballet at the age of eight. She won a spot as a featured dancer and vocalist, and before the age of twenty, toured worldwide with the company. From 1939 to 1957, Dunham's dance group toured over 57 countries. Named in honor of the dancer, choreographer and activist, the Katherine Dunham Fellowship was created and initially funded by Sara and Jack Burke to give African-American individuals an opportunity to explore, gain experience in and be mentored in the field of arts administration and to subsequently find employment and achieve success working at local arts and cultural institutions. Katherine Dunham is perhaps most famous for her influence on modern American dance with the introduction of African and Caribbean dance movement. Be the first one to, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, American Women Making History and Culture: 1963-1982, http://pacificaradioarchives.org/american-women-making-history-and-culture-1963-1982, The American Women Making History and Culture: 1963-1982, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). “Kaiso,” a term of praise that is the calypso equivalent of “bravo,” is a fitting title for this definitive and celebratory collection of writings by and about Kather ... One set of images—stunning photos of Katherine Dunham and her company—had a particularly magnetic impact on him, so he made it a point to see the show. In New York, her distinct individuality and flair for show business manifested itself, and on a friend's dare, the shy teen auditioned for the famed Katherine Dunham Dance Troupe. Katherine Dunham as quoted in an interview at age 95 with Margaret Wolff, In Sweet Company: Conversations with Extraordinary Women about Living a Spiritual Life (San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2006), 165-166. Katie has a huge heart for helping children, teens, and families in the North Texas area. Complete a museum tour. Dunham is Katherine Dunham, ... was heavily influenced by the technique and by what Dunham represented. That work began with ethnographic work in the Caribbean in 1936. Legendary dancer, choreographer and anthropologist Katherine Dunham was born June 22, 1909, to an African American father and French-Canadian mother who died when she was young. Uploaded by Katherine DunhamLegendary dancer, choreographer and anthropologist, Katherine Dunham was born on June 22,1909 in Chicago, to an African American father and a French Canadian mother. Katherine Dunham, “The Dunham Schools,” an unpublished paper, dated 1964, in the Katherine Mary Dunham Papers, ... a world-renowned choreographer, died in 1989. : Writings by and about Katherine Dunham [Veve A. Clark and Sara E. Johnson]. A Visit with Katherine Dunham, a film by D.A. The Katherine Dunham Children's Workshop in East St. Louis. Pennebaker, … A Film by Chris Hegedus and D. A Pennebaker Used... Katherine Dunham on her influence on American dance, Katherine Dunham on her anthropological films, Katherine Dunham on "Mazouk" from "L'Ag'Ya", Katherine Dunham on need for Dunham Technique, Katherine Dunham on breathing in Dunham Technique, Katherine Dunham on the "pole through the body" in Dunham Technique, Katherine Dunham on the hand in Dunham Technique, Katherine Dunham on positioning of the arm in Dunham Technique, Katherine Dunham on the use of the foot in Dunham Technique. Mr. Dumas said in a phone interview that he can see the influence of Dunham technique in Ailey’s signature dance, “Revelations,” noting the small hops in second position in “Take Me to the Water,” an ornately choreographed baptism. on April 26, 2016, Interview with Katherine Dunham, African-American choreographer and founder, There are no reviews yet. Katherine Dunham, American dancer, choreographer, and anthropologist noted for her innovative interpretations of ritualistic and ethnic dances. Preservation services provided by George Blood Audio and Video. Dunham Teacher Certification History of Certification The Institute for Dunham Technique Certification was created in 1994 by Dr. Albirda Rose, with the approval and input of Katherine Dunham. Katherine Dunham Run Time 108 Minutes Décor Set Design by Randy Barcelo after original designs by John Pratt Costumes Costume Design by Toni Leslie James after original designs by John Pratt Décor & Costumes Original Costumes and Decor by John Pratt Lighting Timothy Hunter Staging and Direction Katherine Dunham Conductor Tania Leon Please contact our staff on (618) 874-8560 for details on becoming a sponsor or volunteer. Asked about her proposed research, she suddenly decided: “Do you mind if I just show you?” In the second interview Katherine Dunham discusses her double interest in anthropology and dance, her choreography, and teaching. The schools she created helped train such notables as Alvin Ailey and Jerome Robbins in the "Dunham … Films made during her research have been put online by the Music Division of the Library of Congress in Selections from the […] Ms. Dunham's dance productions were certainly exotic, and sometimes fell into uncomfortable clichés. A portrait of Katherine Dunham looks over the dance studio as students practice during the Katherine Dunham Children's Workshop in East St. Louis. More Americans know Katherine Dunham for her 47-day fast than for her 50- year career as a dancer. In 1948, when the Katherine Dunham Dance Company opened Caribbean Rhapsody, ... in the middle of an interview, she announced: "Oh, no. Close Norton Owen, Interview with Donald McKayle, Joe Nash, and Chuck Davis, August 20, 1998, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. Katherine Mary Dunham (also known as Kaye Dunn, June 22, 1909 – May 21, 2006) was an American dancer, choreographer, author, educator, and social activist. They are so unreliable." Katherine Dunham (June 22, 1909 – May 21, 2006) was an African-American dancer, choreographer, creator of the Dunham Technique, author, educator, anthropologist, and social activist.Dunham had one of the most successful dance careers in African-American and European theater of the 20th century, and directed her own dance company for many years. This 1978 episode of The MacNeil/Lehrer Report profiles dancer and choreographer Katherine Dunham. The Pacifica Radio Archives will honor all takedown requests in compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and other applicable intellectual copyright laws. The 82-year-old began the fast Feb. 1 to protest the forced repatriation of Haitian refugees. Part 2 of the interview begins with the song "Üsküdara", and ends with "Mountain High, Valley Low", both sung by Kitt. (Copyright). RESTRICTED. In the background is a painting of former workshop member and certified Dunham technique teacher Heather Himes. At her 1934 interview with the Rosenwald Foundation, she wasn’t sure whether to present herself as an anthropologist or a dancer. Pennebaker, Chris Hegedus, Patricia Kerr Ross with David Dawkins © Pennebaker Associates, Inc. Filmed in Haiti in 1983. Claimants are advised to leave detailed contact information including name, telephone number, e-mail address, and/or physical address where they may be reached, as well as all information pertaining to the specific nature of the complaint. In this series of clips recorded in September 2002, Katherine Dunham speaks about her influence on American dance; dance anthropology; her anthropological films; Shango; L’Ag’Ya; the Mazouk from L’Ag’Ya; the need for a Dunham Technique; breathing in Dunham Technique; the circle of energy; the concept of the “pole through the body” in Dunham Technique; the hand in Dunham Technique; the position of the arm... Katherine Dunham discusses her dance technique and Haitian dancer, Rachel Tavernier, demonstrates the Rocking Horse; Fall and Recovery, and Fall and Recovery with Roll Through. "Before Katherine Dunham, the only kind of black dance was tap," Ailey said in a 1988 interview, describing a program devoted to her work. Katherine Dunham introduced African and Caribbean rhythms to modern dance. Katherine Dunham on the use of the foot in Dunham Technique In this series of clips recorded in September 2002, Katherine Dunham speaks about her influence on American dance; dance anthropology; her anthropological films; Shango; L’Ag’Ya; the Mazouk from L’Ag’Ya; the need for a Dunham Technique; breathing in Dunham Technique; the circle of energy; the concept of the “pole … Complete an interview questionnaire. West, North Hollywood, CA 91604, 800-735-0230 x 263, fax 818-506-1084, info AT pacificaradioarchives.org, http://www.pacificaradioarchives.org. Selections from the Katherine Dunham Collection, Part of: Selections from the Katherine Dunham Collection. Kaiso! Interview with Katherine Dunham, African-American choreographer and founder of the Katherine Dunham Dance Company on October 26, 1974 in East St. Louis, Illinois. The preservation of these tapes was funded by a grant from the National Historic Publications and Records Commission. Biography by Joyce Aschenbrenner, Katherine Dunham: Dancing a Life (2002) Library of Congress has many videos from performances and interviews, plus articles and a helpful timeline of her career. - Katherine Dunham discusses her dance technique and Haitian dancer, Rachel Tavernier, demonstrates the Rocking Horse; Fall and Recovery, and Fall and Recovery with Roll Through. Some of Katherine Dunham’s academic anthropological work in her: Island Possessed. jakej Make a commitment to volunteer at least 3 hours per week for one month. 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