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Alwin Nikolais



Nikolais, Alwin (1912– ), U.S. dancer and choreographer. He formed his own dance company, now known as the Alwin Nikolais Dance Theatre, in 1949. Nikolais not only choreographs his works, but designs the pieces' other elements, such as the costumes and scenery, and composes the music. Among his works are Kaleidoscope (1956), Imago (1963), and Cent Dom (1980).



See also: Ballet.

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