Kurt Jooss

Kurt Jooss (12 January 1901 22 May 1979) was a famous German ballet dancer and choreographer mixing classical ballet with theatre; he is also widely regarded as the founder of Tanztheater. Jooss is noted for establishing several dance companies, including most notably, the Folkwang Tanztheater, in Essen.

Kurt Jooss
Jooss in 1971
Born(1901-01-12)12 January 1901
Died22 May 1979(1979-05-22) (aged 78)
Heilbronn, West Germany
Occupation(s)Ballet dancer, choreographer
Years active1920–1968
Known forFounding Tanztheater
Notable workThe Green Table
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