Who coined the term modern dance?

The same question may be asked about the origins of modern dance.

Modern dance A style of modern dance that emerged in protest against classical ballet in the late 19th century. It is often believed that Isadora Duncan was the one who invented it. Rudolph von Laban and Ruth St. Denis, as well as Ted Shawn, were some of the pioneers in making dance a viable art form in Europe and the USA.

What is modern dance? Modern dance was born in the early 20th Century. It is a style of dance that emphasizes individual interpretations rather than traditional ballet steps. Modern dancers are open to expressing their inner feelings and reject the limitations of classical ballet.

Is this the year that modern dance was first created?

1927

Who is the mother of modern dancing?

Martha Graham