Over seven decades, Merce Cunningham reshaped dance into a new kind of art form, deeply influencing visual art, film, and music along the way. Through an embrace of technology, a fascination with the creative potentials of chance, and a dedication to cross-disciplinary explorations with artists including John Cage, Robert Rauschenberg, Marcel Duchamp, and others, he became the 20th century's most influential choreographer. In conjunction with the exhibition Merce Cunningham: Common Time, we look

10K views · 235 reactions | The Joyce celebrates the centenary of Merce Cunningham with three superb companies dancing select masterworks from the artist's vast repertory. See the classic "Summerspace," the tranquil "Suite for Five," and the rhythmic "Duets," explored in this video. Grab a partner, Apr 17-21 --> https://bit.ly/2SUvIyd | The Joyce Theater | Facebook

Documentary filmmaker Alla Kovgan reflects on the legendary choreographer Merce Cunningham and transforming dance for cinema in the gorgeously shot documentary, CUNNINGHAM. Opening this Friday at TIFF Bell Lightbox. | TIFF