Description: (German Dancer and Choreographer Known for Her Neo-Expressionist Dance Tradition)
Pina Bausch pioneered neo-expressionist dance through Tanztheater, blending dance, sound design, and stage sets in a unique way. She empowered her dancers to shape her pieces, leaving a lasting impact on modern dance. Through Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, she explored dramatic themes related to trauma, influencing contemporary dance since the 1970s.