Ted Shawn
Ted Shawn (born Edwin Myers Shawn; October 21, 1891 – January 9, 1972) was a male pioneer of American modern dance. He created the Denishawn School together with his wife Ruth St. Denis. After their separation he created the all-male company Ted Shawn and His Men Dancers. With his innovative ideas of masculine movement, he was one of the most influential choreographers and dancers of his day. He was also the founder and creator of Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival in Massachusetts, and "was knighted by the King of Denmark for his efforts on behalf of the Royal Danish Ballet."
Ted Shawn | |
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Shawn in c. 1918 | |
| Born | Edwin Meyers Shawn October 21, 1891 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Died | January 9, 1972 (aged 80) |
| Occupation | Dancer |
| Spouse | Ruth St. Denis (1914–1968) |
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