Rosemary Butcher (1947–2016) was a British choreographer and dancer. [1]
Butcher studied ballet as a child. [1] She was the first dance student at the Dartington College of Arts. [1] She spent 1968–1970 in New York, studying with the Martha Graham and Cunningham schools. [2] [1] Since this period, visual art was an influence on her work in dance. [2] She also cited the Judson Dance Theater as an important influence. [3]
Butcher founded her own company shortly after returning to Britain in 1972. [1]
Butcher also taught throughout her career. [3]
Butcher's work is described as minimalist. [4] Her concerts are often sited in non-conventional spaces or even art galleries. [5] [6] Butcher was one of the first choreographers to incorporate video into her work. [6]
Butcher was named an MBE. [2] Butcher presented her work at Serpentine Gallery and Tate Modern. [7] [3] Butcher was shortlisted for the Place prize for choreography in 2004. [1]
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