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Developed free and natural movements inspired by Greek art, paved the way for modern dance.

Her approach emphasizes a constant questioning of the habits of the body and perception.

Developed the Limon Technique that emphasizes the natural rhythms of and dynamism between fall and recovery.

Created the 'Graham technique', revolutionizing dance with her concepts of contraction and release.

Collective of dancers, composers, and visual artists that rejected conventional dance narratives and production elements.

Developed Dunham Technique that fused ballet, modern, and Caribbean dance, highlighting cultural African-American dance.

Pioneer in the expression of human emotion and healing through dance.

Pioneer of Tanztheater, intertwining movement, sound, and poetic imagery.

Known for her 'fall and recovery' technique, she explored the nuances of human movement.

Innovator in site-specific performance and use of natural motion, and a key figure of the postmodern dance movement.

Helped shape and define American modern dance with his works of vibrant athleticism and lightheartedness.

Pioneer of contact improvisation, which focuses on the physical contact points between dancers as the source of the improvisation.

Introduced the use of chance in choreography, and collaborated extensively with artists and composers.

Though better known as a performance artist, her work has crossed over significantly into dance and has influenced contemporary choreography.

Founded Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and popularized modern dance worldwide.

Developed the Horton Technique which emphasizes flat backs, lateral stretches, and angular poses.

One of the founders of American modern dance, she incorporated eastern ideas and theatricality.

One of the founders of Judson Dance Theater, she was influential in the development of minimalist dance.

Co-founded the Denishawn School with Ruth St. Denis and aimed to make dance a respected art form in America.