Robert north

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    • What type of movements are featured in Section 2 of "Death and the Maiden"?
      Series of lifts and arabesques
    • What does the sharp action in "Death and the Maiden" represent?
      The rejection of death
    • What shape is created by the sharp action in "Death and the Maiden"?
      Crescent shape in 2 dimensions
    • What happens in the final moments of the dance in "Death and the Maiden"?
      Death covers her eyes
    • How does Robert North's dramatic style manifest in his works?
      Through emotional and expressive choreography
    • What year was Robert North appointed associate choreographer of Ballet Rambert?
      1967
    • Where did Robert North study?
      Castrol School of Art
    • What technique influenced Robert North's choreography?
      Graham technique
    • What is Robert North known for in the dance community?
      Being a founding choreographer
    • What are the key elements of "Death and the Maiden"?
      • Choreographer: Robert North
      • Composer: Franz Schubert
      • Costume Designer: Rowerk North
      • Lighting Designer: Sid Allen
      • Premiered on 16 Nov 1984
      • World Premiere on 12 Feb 1980
      • Music: String Quartet No. 14 'Death and the Maiden'
      • Inspired by the poem "Death and the Girl"
    • What are the main features of the choreography in "Death and the Maiden"?
      • Reflects girl's emotions
      • Series of lifts and arabesques
      • Sharp actions representing rejection of death
      • Crescents shapes in movements
      • Final moments depict death covering her eyes
    • What are Robert North's contributions to contemporary dance?
      • Founding choreographer of Ballet Rambert
      • Influenced by Graham technique
      • Known for emotional and expressive choreography
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