Appalachian Spring

Appalachian Spring

Release Date: 1944-03-15

Overview: A multi-character dance drama. A newlywed pioneer couple, guided by a reverent Revivalist and the wise Pioneer Woman, joyously celebrate their life on the American frontier - dancing, courting, and sharing “Simple Gifts” - only to be shaken by the threat of war before finding solace and communal hope in a final hymn-like gathering.

Rating: 6 / 10

Cast

Martha Graham

Martha Graham

as The Bride

Erick Hawkins

Erick Hawkins

as The Husbandman

Merce Cunningham

Merce Cunningham

as The Preacher

May O'Donnell

May O'Donnell

as The Pioneering Woman

Nina Fonaroff

Nina Fonaroff

as Follower

Crew

  • Martha Graham - Choreographer

  • Jean Rosenthal - Lighting Design

  • Isamu Noguchi - Set Designer

  • Martha Graham - Costume Design

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