Mary Wigman was a German dancer and choreographer, notable as the pioneer of expressionist dance, dance therapy, and movement training without pointe shoes. She is considered one of the most important figures in the history of modern dance. Wikipedia
Born: November 13, 1886, Hanover, Germany
Died: September 18, 1973 (age 86 years), West Berlin
Known for: modern dance and dance therapy
Period: Expressionist dance