Invention in dance

"Discusses and illustrates techniques used to express the medium of modern dance. Features Alwin Nikolais and his troupe, who demonstrate innovations in modern dance, including the use of electronic music, stage properties and lighting, and a new concept of how to use dancers themselves. Concludes with performances from four concert pieces. B&W."
"Alwin Nikolais and Martha Myers discuss the break with classical forms as pioneered by Isadora Duncan and Ruth St. Denis. Excerpts from Mr. Nikolais' theatre pieces are performed by the Henry Street Playhouse Dance Company."@en
"Discusses and illustrates techniques used to express the medium of modern dance. Features Alwin Nikolais and his troupe, who demonstrate innovations in modern dance, including the use of electronic music, stage properties and lighting, and a new concept of how to use dancers themselves. Concludes with performances from four concert pieces."@en