32K views · 114 reactions | Born in 1877, Isadora Duncan danced her way into the hearts of her contemporaries and changed the art form forever. Inspired by the American love of freedom, her movement was feminine and arose from the deepest feelings in her body. She believed dance was meant to encircle all that life had to offer—joy and sadness. For more stories of inspirational women, join us at Cup of Jane. | Cup of Jane | Facebook

May 27, 1878 - American dancer Isadora Duncan was born; (d. 1927). She was the creator of an expressive style in the art of dance, inspired by ancient Greek dance, which influenced the modern choreography of the 20th century. | Clamih

Happy Birthday to Isadora Duncan! Free-spirited bohemian whose dances were improvisational and highly emotional. She started dancing as soon as she could walk and year after year established her own unique style. She believed that the dance of the future would be similar to the dance of the ancient Greeks, natural and free as herself... | World Ballet Company