Choreographer · Innovator · Cultural Preserver · Community Builder
Rennie Harris
Hip-Hop's Concert Pioneer
Why They Matter
He proved that street dance could sustain full theatrical works with the same depth as ballet or modern dance.
Known For
Biography
Rennie Harris brought hip-hop dance into the concert stage through his company Puremovement, creating full-length works that told stories through street dance vocabulary.
As a choreographer, innovator, cultural preserver and community builder active during the Late 20th century and Contemporary eras, Rennie left an indelible mark on Hip-Hop, Choreography across United States. They are particularly remembered for Puremovement, Rome & Jewels, Concert hip-hop.
Legacy & Impact
He proved that street dance could sustain full theatrical works with the same depth as ballet or modern dance.
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