Halprin, Ann (1920–)
Halprin, Ann (1920–)
American dancer. Born Anna Schumann, July 13, 1920, in Winnetka, Illinois; trained at Humphrey-Weideman Studio; m. Lawrence Halprin; children: Daria Halprin (actress who starred in Zabriskie Point and was married to actor Dennis Hopper, 1972–76).
World-renowned director of the San Francisco Dancer's Workshop and originator of public "Happenings," was noted for collaborative approach and innovative choreography; founded experimental dance workshop with Wellard Lathrop in San Francisco (1940s); held summer schools attended by leading choreographers; works include The Prophetess (1955), Birds of America (1957), Four-Legged Stool (1961), Paradise and Changes (1967), and Dance by the People of San Francisco (1976).
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