Choreography / 1950

Before Dawn

“Before Dawn” was one of two new works premiered on a program of eight dances at Hunter Playhouse. It was a solo danced in silence.

Details

Premiere Date

Jan 15, 1950

Premiere Venue

Hunter Playhouse

Premiere Location

New York, NY

Costumes

Merce Cunningham

Duration

Length unknown

Original Cast

Merce Cunningham

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