English Dictionary

Definition of “modern dance”

modern dance

a style of free and expressive theatrical dancing not bound by the classical rules of ballet

After decades of ignominy and degradation, the male dancer is back on the classical and modern dance scene with aplomb.

India Today (1998)

Ailey was a towering figure, a man who believed in celebrating black American culture through the medium of modern dance.

Times, Sunday Times (2002)

At 11, having left her family in Cornwall, Newton studied modern dance in London.

Misc (1999)

Ballet, tap, modern dance , whatever they needed I was the man.

Laurie Graham MR STARLIGHT (2004)

His enthusiasm for modern dance had earned him a bit of a reputation beyond the confines of the school.

Jon Snow SHOOTING HISTORY: A Personal Journey (2004)

We also say it's interdisciplinary, and it comes from modern dance.

Edmonton Sun (2003)

White Oak Dance Project Mikhail Baryshnikov's company is now one of the premier modern dance ensembles in the world.

Times, Sunday Times (2002)

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