Limón, José
Overview
| Works: | 666 works in 931 publications in 3 languages and 10,853 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Biography Nonfiction films Criticism, interpretation, etc Nonfiction television programs Dance television programs Short films Interviews Documentary films History Biographical films |
| Roles: | Choreographer, Author, Dancer, Director, Contributor, Performer, Honoree, Artist, Originator, Lyricist, Composer, Teacher , Speaker, Interviewee, Writer of accompanying material, Depicted |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
José Limón
- Dance is a moment : a portrait of José Limón in words and pictures by Barbara Pollack( )
- José Limón : an unfinished memoir by José Limón( )
- José Limón and La Malinche : the dancer and the dance by Patricia Seed( )
- José! : born to dance : the story of José Limón by Susanna Reich( Book )
- The illustrated dance technique of José Limón by Daniel Lewis( Book )
- José Limón : the artist re-viewed by June Dunbar( Book )
- Jose Limon and Dance Company( Visual )
- Dance on( Visual )
- Dance on( Visual )
- The Emperor Jones by Eugene O'Neill( Visual )
- Pauline Koner : speaking of dance( Visual )
- José Limón by Jennifer Cady( Book )
- The life and contribution of José Limón by Kathleen Mary Wynne( )
- Performance reclamation : research, discovery, and interpretation by Theatre Library Association Symposium( Book )
- José Limón technique : as taught by Daniel Lewis by Daniel Lewis( Visual )
- Dance on( Visual )
- Limón : a catalogue of dances by José Limón( Book )
- Jose Limon technique, volume one, taught by Daniel Lewis( Visual )
- Eye on dance & the arts( Visual )
- Jose Limon and Dance Company( Book )
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Most widely held works by
José Limón
Mexican ballads, Chicano poems : history and influence in Mexican-American social poetry by
José Eduardo Limón(
Book
)
11 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 561 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mexican Ballads, Chicano Poems combines literary theory with the personal engagement of a prominent Chicano scholar. Recalling his experiences as a student in Texas, Jose Limon examines the politically motivated Chicano poetry of the 60s and 70s
11 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 561 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Mexican Ballads, Chicano Poems combines literary theory with the personal engagement of a prominent Chicano scholar. Recalling his experiences as a student in Texas, Jose Limon examines the politically motivated Chicano poetry of the 60s and 70s
Three modern dance classics by
Harvey Hart(
Visual
)
14 editions published between 1957 and 2002 in English and Undetermined and held by 412 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Three of the most famous works by the Mexican-American choreographer, Jose Limon. Moor's Pavane: Generally considered to be one of the great masterworks of modern dance, Limon distills the legend of Othello into a one-act drama. The Traitor: Against a music score of violence, passion and tenderness the tragedy of Judas is portrayed as if it were taking place in modern times. The Emperor Jones: Based upon the play by Eugene O'Neill wherein a fugitive from a chain gang sets himself up as the ruler of an island domain
14 editions published between 1957 and 2002 in English and Undetermined and held by 412 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Three of the most famous works by the Mexican-American choreographer, Jose Limon. Moor's Pavane: Generally considered to be one of the great masterworks of modern dance, Limon distills the legend of Othello into a one-act drama. The Traitor: Against a music score of violence, passion and tenderness the tragedy of Judas is portrayed as if it were taking place in modern times. The Emperor Jones: Based upon the play by Eugene O'Neill wherein a fugitive from a chain gang sets himself up as the ruler of an island domain
Immigration and the border : politics and policy in the new Latino century by
David L Leal(
)
4 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 349 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
4 editions published in 2013 in English and held by 349 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Jose Limon and dance company(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 1956 and 2007 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This program of six dances includes Limón talking about the ways in which dance can communicate ideas
3 editions published between 1956 and 2007 in English and held by 181 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This program of six dances includes Limón talking about the ways in which dance can communicate ideas
Limón : a life beyond words by
Malachi Roth(
Visual
)
4 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Revolutionary modern dancer and choreographer José Limón (1908-1972) was a crucial figure in the development of modern dance: his powerful dancing shifted perceptions of the male dancer, while his choreography continues to bring a dramatic vision of dance to audiences around the world. This film combines interviews with family members and colleagues, archival photographs, and archival and contemporary performances to present his life and major works in the context of the times. Limón was a man who dealt with his bi-conflicts through his art. Excerpts from productions beautifully filmed in the fifties include "The Moor's Pavane," "The Traitor," and "Emperor Jones."
4 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Revolutionary modern dancer and choreographer José Limón (1908-1972) was a crucial figure in the development of modern dance: his powerful dancing shifted perceptions of the male dancer, while his choreography continues to bring a dramatic vision of dance to audiences around the world. This film combines interviews with family members and colleagues, archival photographs, and archival and contemporary performances to present his life and major works in the context of the times. Limón was a man who dealt with his bi-conflicts through his art. Excerpts from productions beautifully filmed in the fifties include "The Moor's Pavane," "The Traitor," and "Emperor Jones."
Emperor Jones by
Louis Gruenberg(
Visual
)
3 editions published between 1972 and 1978 in English and held by 162 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A highly theatrical dance work based on Eugene O'Neill's play, "Emperor Jones" was choreographed in 1956 by José Limón. The cast is led by Clay Taliaferro and Edward DeSoto. The first film is an edited version with close-ups and the second is a record version of the same performance showing the entire stage
3 editions published between 1972 and 1978 in English and held by 162 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A highly theatrical dance work based on Eugene O'Neill's play, "Emperor Jones" was choreographed in 1956 by José Limón. The cast is led by Clay Taliaferro and Edward DeSoto. The first film is an edited version with close-ups and the second is a record version of the same performance showing the entire stage
Jose Limon : Emperor Jones (1956)(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 2006 and 2016 in English and held by 160 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Two performances of Jose Limon's choreographic work Emperor Jones, which was based on the novel by Eugene O'Neill
4 editions published between 2006 and 2016 in English and held by 160 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Two performances of Jose Limon's choreographic work Emperor Jones, which was based on the novel by Eugene O'Neill
José Limón technique : as taught by Daniel Lewis by
Daniel Lewis(
Visual
)
9 editions published between 1987 and 2005 in English and held by 107 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
José Limón pioneered a modern dance technique that has become the basis for an entire dance generation. This program presents in-depth instruction in the Limón technique. It details step-by-step progression featuring front and side views of 36 essential exercises
9 editions published between 1987 and 2005 in English and held by 107 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
José Limón pioneered a modern dance technique that has become the basis for an entire dance generation. This program presents in-depth instruction in the Limón technique. It details step-by-step progression featuring front and side views of 36 essential exercises
José Limón & Company(
Visual
)
6 editions published between 1956 and 2007 in English and Undetermined and held by 99 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
José Limón and his company of dancers perform excerpts from dances choreographed by Doris Humphrey and Limón himself
6 editions published between 1956 and 2007 in English and Undetermined and held by 99 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
José Limón and his company of dancers perform excerpts from dances choreographed by Doris Humphrey and Limón himself
José Limón : an unfinished memoir by
José Limón(
)
9 editions published between 1998 and 2001 in English and held by 90 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation Both as a dancer and a choreographer, Jose Limon electrified audiences from the1930s to the 1960s. With his striking looks and charismatic presence, he was American modern dance's first male star. Born in Culiacan, Mexico, in 1908, the eldest of twelve children, he came to the United States when he was seven. In 1928, after a year at UCLA as an art major, he left for New York. Here, he attended his first modern dance concert and discovered his destiny. He spent the 1930s with the Humphrey-Weidman group. Then, in the 1940s, after a stint in the army, and with Doris Humphrey as artistic advisor, he formed one of the outstanding modern dance companies of the postwar era. His greatest works -- The Moor's Pavane, La Malinche, The Traitor, A Choreographic Offering, There is a Time, Missa Brevis -- extolled a humanism that endeared them to audiences the world over. Although Limon died in 1972, all these dances remain in the Limón Dance Company's active repertory. This memoir was commissioned by Wesleyan University Press in the late 1960s. Left unfinished at the time of Limon's death, it stands on its own as a Joycean account of the coming of age of an unusually perceptive dance artist. Limon writes with eloquence of his Mexican childhood. And of the numerous figures he memorializes, from Martha Graham to Jose Covarrubias, none is more luminously evoked than Doris Humphrey, the "goddess," "nymph," and "caryatid" of his life. Sensitively edited by Lynn Garafola, the book includes a complete list of Limón's works, richly informative notes, rare photographs, and a detailed bibliography. This is the single most important book on Limón and a riveting memoir of modern dance during its golden age
9 editions published between 1998 and 2001 in English and held by 90 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation Both as a dancer and a choreographer, Jose Limon electrified audiences from the1930s to the 1960s. With his striking looks and charismatic presence, he was American modern dance's first male star. Born in Culiacan, Mexico, in 1908, the eldest of twelve children, he came to the United States when he was seven. In 1928, after a year at UCLA as an art major, he left for New York. Here, he attended his first modern dance concert and discovered his destiny. He spent the 1930s with the Humphrey-Weidman group. Then, in the 1940s, after a stint in the army, and with Doris Humphrey as artistic advisor, he formed one of the outstanding modern dance companies of the postwar era. His greatest works -- The Moor's Pavane, La Malinche, The Traitor, A Choreographic Offering, There is a Time, Missa Brevis -- extolled a humanism that endeared them to audiences the world over. Although Limon died in 1972, all these dances remain in the Limón Dance Company's active repertory. This memoir was commissioned by Wesleyan University Press in the late 1960s. Left unfinished at the time of Limon's death, it stands on its own as a Joycean account of the coming of age of an unusually perceptive dance artist. Limon writes with eloquence of his Mexican childhood. And of the numerous figures he memorializes, from Martha Graham to Jose Covarrubias, none is more luminously evoked than Doris Humphrey, the "goddess," "nymph," and "caryatid" of his life. Sensitively edited by Lynn Garafola, the book includes a complete list of Limón's works, richly informative notes, rare photographs, and a detailed bibliography. This is the single most important book on Limón and a riveting memoir of modern dance during its golden age
Shakespeare dance trilogy(
Visual
)
4 editions published between 1991 and 2009 in No Linguistic content and English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Three of Shakespeare's dramas are powerfully interpreted in a trilogy of one-act ballets danced by stars of the Kirov Ballet
4 editions published between 1991 and 2009 in No Linguistic content and English and held by 87 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Three of Shakespeare's dramas are powerfully interpreted in a trilogy of one-act ballets danced by stars of the Kirov Ballet
Introduction to Emperor Jones(
Visual
)
1 edition published in 1972 in English and held by 33 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A highly theatrical dance work based on Eugene O'Neill's play, "Emperor Jones" was choreographed in 1956 by José Limón. The cast is led by Clay Taliaferro and Edward DeSoto
1 edition published in 1972 in English and held by 33 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A highly theatrical dance work based on Eugene O'Neill's play, "Emperor Jones" was choreographed in 1956 by José Limón. The cast is led by Clay Taliaferro and Edward DeSoto
Les Ballets américains de Ruth Page, Bentley Stone, José Limón by
Serge Lido(
Book
)
5 editions published between 1950 and 1951 in French and held by 27 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published between 1950 and 1951 in French and held by 27 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Moor's Pavane; variation on the theme of Othello(
Visual
)
12 editions published between 1950 and 1975 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 16 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The basic story of the Moor, Othello, presented in dance form through many variations, shows the destructive power of jealousy. The choreography features the Renaissance style of dance to coordinate with the story, music and costumes
12 editions published between 1950 and 1975 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 16 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The basic story of the Moor, Othello, presented in dance form through many variations, shows the destructive power of jealousy. The choreography features the Renaissance style of dance to coordinate with the story, music and costumes
Composing a dance by
José Limón(
Book
)
2 editions published in 1955 in English and held by 14 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1955 in English and held by 14 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
La Malinche by
José Limón Dance Company(
Visual
)
7 editions published between 1962 and 2004 in English and Spanish and held by 12 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Documentary on choreographer José Limón and his work La Malinche, including interviews with performers and dance scholars, and a performance of La Malinche by the José Limón Dance Company
7 editions published between 1962 and 2004 in English and Spanish and held by 12 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Documentary on choreographer José Limón and his work La Malinche, including interviews with performers and dance scholars, and a performance of La Malinche by the José Limón Dance Company
The modern dance : seven statements of belief by
Selma Jeanne Cohen(
Book
)
8 editions published between 1966 and 1969 in English and held by 12 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation CONTRIBUTORS: Jose Limon, Anna Sokolow, Erick Hawkins, Donald McKayle, Alwin Nikolas, Pauline Koner, Paul Taylor
8 editions published between 1966 and 1969 in English and held by 12 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Annotation CONTRIBUTORS: Jose Limon, Anna Sokolow, Erick Hawkins, Donald McKayle, Alwin Nikolas, Pauline Koner, Paul Taylor
Day on earth by
José Limón Dance Company(
Visual
)
2 editions published between 1978 and 2012 in English and held by 7 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a 1972 performance of Doris Humphrey's 1947 pastoral dance work of the same title, featuring Juilliard student dancers Peter Sparling, Jane Gilber, Ann de Gange, and Elizabeth Haight. Without narration
2 editions published between 1978 and 2012 in English and held by 7 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents a 1972 performance of Doris Humphrey's 1947 pastoral dance work of the same title, featuring Juilliard student dancers Peter Sparling, Jane Gilber, Ann de Gange, and Elizabeth Haight. Without narration
A tribute to Jan Veen by Boston Conservatory of Music(
Visual
)
5 editions published in 1994 and held by 5 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published in 1994 and held by 5 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
José Limón Dance Company : [Maison de la Danse](
Visual
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5 editions published between 1967 and 1989 in English and French and held by 5 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
5 editions published between 1967 and 1989 in English and French and held by 5 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Woodford, Charles
- Pollack, Barbara Author
- Garafola, Lynn Author Editor
- Humphrey, Doris 1895-1958 Depicted Choreographer Author Dancer
- José Limón Dance Company
- Seed, Patricia Editor
- Lewis, Daniel 1944- Interviewee Dancer Director Author Teacher Collector
- Farlow, Lesley Collector
- Reich, Susanna Author
- Colón, Raúl
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African American actors American literature American poetry--Mexican American authors American poetry--Mexican influences Ballet dancing Ballets Barzel, Ann Caribbean Area Chen, Hsueh-Tung Choreographers Choreography Dance Dance--Performances Dancers Dance--Study and teaching Dance teachers DeSoto, Edward Emigration and immigration Emperor Jones (Choreographic work : Limón) Hermon, Shalom Hinman, Mary Wood Hispanic Americans--Politics and government Hispanic Americans--Social conditions Humphrey, Doris, Immigrants--Political activity Immigrants--Social conditions José Limón Dance Company Koner, Pauline Labanotation Latin America Limón, José Literature, Modern Mahoney, Billie Male dancers Malinche (Limón, José) Marshall, Marjorie Ward Mexican Americans in literature Mexican Americans--Intellectual life Mexico Modern dance O'Neill, Eugene, Political corruption Princeton Book Company Robeson, Paul, Scanlon, Jennifer Social problems in literature United States Weidman, Charles West Indies Woodford, Charles Humphrey
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Alternative Names
José Limón danser uit Mexico (1908-1972)
José Limón danzatore e coreografo messicano
José Limón mexikanischer Tänzer und Choreograph
Limón, José
Limón, José 1908-1972
Limón, José Arcadio 1908-1972
Лимон, Хосе американский танцовщик
חוזה לימון
خوزه لیمون هنرمند، طراح رقص، و رقاص مکزیکی
荷西·李蒙
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