One of a group of modern dances created by Martha Graham. A creative ballet representing her mature creative work. The story is set in Ancient Troy at the time of its fall. When Hecuba, portrayed by Martha Graham, is faced with the inevitable consequence of the violent times, she herself is driven to terrible violence. Music composed and conducted by Eugene Lester: setting by Isamu Noguchi.
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Collection
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Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
015721
Language
English
Subject categories
Music & Performing Arts → Ballets - Film and video adaptations
Music & Performing Arts → Dancing - United States
Music & Performing Arts → Modern dance
Music & Performing Arts → Performing arts
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)