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Lester Horton

Lester Horton (choreographer, 1906-1953) is regarded as one of the founders of American modern dance. He developed a unique style of technique and choreography, established the first permanent theater in America devoted to dance, and organized one of the first integrated modern dance companies. Born and raised in Indiana, Horton’s early interests in art, ballet, theater production, and Native American dance led him to participate in local dance pageants. Settling in Los Angeles in the late 1920s, Horton danced with Michio Ito’s company and then formed his own group. Horton’s company members and students included well-known modern dancers such as Alvin Ailey, Janet Collins, Carmen de Lavallade, Bella Lewitzky, James Mitchell, Joyce Trisler, and James Truitte.

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Watch Past Performances

Facing West: Dance and Film 6/12/05: Facing West: Dance and Film

Facing West: Dance and Film from Michio Ito, Lester Horton, and Bella Lewitzky features film footage of Ito, Lewitzky, and Horton's dances.  Artists from New York, California, and Washington, D.C. will also dance works from these master choreographer/educators.

Facing West: Dance and Film

Facing West: Dance and Film from Michio Ito, Lester Horton, and Bella Lewitzky features film footage of Ito, Lewitzky, and Horton's dances.  Artists from New York, California, and Washington, D.C. will also dance works from these master choreographer/educators.

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