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Lucinda Childs

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Born June 26, 1940 · New York, New York, U.S.A.

Biography

Lucinda Childs is an American postmodern dancer and choreographer. Her compositions are known for their minimalistic movements yet complex transitions. Childs is most famous for being able to turn the slightest movements into intricate choreography. Through her use of patterns, repetition, dialect, and technology, she has created a unique style of choreography that embraces experimentation and transdisciplinarity.

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Awards & recognition

  • honorary doctor of the University Côte d'Azur · 2021
  • Guggenheim Fellowship · 1979

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