Maud Allan

Maude Allan

Country

Canada

Birth - Death

1873 - 1956

Occupation

Entertainment

Description

Dancer and choreographer noted for her impressionist style of dance which included elaborate, hand-made costumes. Noted for her risque production of 'Salome'. Gained international fame with her failed defamation suit against a British Member of Parliament who publicly outed her as a lesbian. Taught dance later in life. Author of several articles and a book 'My Life and Dancing' (1908).

See Also

• Notable LGBTQ Dance Choreographers

Further Reading/Research

• https://www.britannica.com/biography/Maud-Allan
• http://www.thedancecurrent.com/gallery/maud-allan-and-vision-salom
• https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/maud-allan/

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