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Mark Morris Dance Group.


Mark Morris Dance morris dance or morrice dance, rustic dance of the north of England that had its origin in country festivals, such as those of May Day and Whitsunday. Reference to it in English literature is made as early as the 15th cent. The main dancers were called Robin Hood, Maid Marian, the hobbyhorse, and the bavian, or fool. They were accompanied by a piper or taborer. Group welcomes Amber Merkens and Maile Okamura as apprentice dancers. Merkens was previously with the Limon Dance Company. MMDG MMDG - Mark Morris Dance Group
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 has also named founding company member Tina Fehlandt school director
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Publication:Dance Magazine
Article Type:Brief Article
Geographic Code:1USA
Date:Feb 1, 2002
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