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Performer

Birth

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November 10, 1949 in Seattle, WA

Genre

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Orchestral

 

Ann Reinking was a renowned American dancer, actress, and choreographer who made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. She was born on November 10, 1949, in Seattle, Washington, to Frances and Walter Reinking. Her father was a sales executive, and her mother was a homemaker. Ann grew up in the Seattle area and began dancing at the age of three. Ann's passion for dance led her to study at the School of American Ballet in New York City. She was a gifted dancer and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a soloist with the Joffrey Ballet in 1974. She also performed with the American Ballet Theatre and the New York City Ballet. In addition to her work as a dancer, Ann was also a talented actress. She made her Broadway debut in 1969 in the musical "Cabaret," playing the role of a Kit Kat Girl. She went on to star in several other Broadway productions, including "Pippin," "Chicago," and "Sweet Charity." Ann's most significant contribution to the world of classical music was her work as a choreographer. She began choreographing in the late 1970s and quickly gained a reputation for her innovative and dynamic style. Her choreography for the Broadway production of "Chicago" was particularly groundbreaking, and it helped to revive interest in the show, which had originally premiered in 1975. Ann's work as a choreographer earned her numerous awards and accolades. She won a Tony Award for Best Choreography for "Chicago" in 1997, and she was nominated for several other Tony Awards throughout her career. She also won an Emmy Award for her work on the television special "Broadway: The American Musical." In addition to her work in the theater, Ann also appeared in several films and television shows. She had a memorable role in the 1979 film "All That Jazz," playing the character of Kate Jagger. She also appeared in the television series "Cheers" and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent." Ann continued to work in the theater and film industries throughout the 1990s and 2000s. She appeared in the Broadway production of "Fosse" in 1999, which was a tribute to the legendary choreographer Bob Fosse. She also appeared in the film "The Human Stain" in 2003, playing the character of Delphine Roux. Ann's career was cut short by her untimely death on December 12, 2020, at the age of 71. She had been battling cancer for several years. Her death was a great loss to the world of classical music, and she will be remembered as one of the most talented and innovative choreographers of her time. In conclusion, Ann Reinking was a gifted dancer, actress, and choreographer who made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Her innovative and dynamic choreography helped to revive interest in several Broadway productions, including "Chicago." Her work earned her numerous awards and accolades, including a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Although her career was cut short by her untimely death, her legacy will live on through her work and the countless performers she inspired.

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