Hassan Ouakrim, Who Brought Moroccan Dance to the U.S., Dies
A director and choreographer, he introduced Berber dances and music to New York's downtown theater scene. He also staged elaborate soirees for the wealthy, one attended by Donald Trump.
A director and choreographer, he introduced Berber dances and music to New York's downtown theater scene. He also staged elaborate soirees for the wealthy, one attended by Donald Trump.
Her story, fashioned into an Off Broadway play and television movies, was later questioned by an investigator in a 2021 book.
His photos and graphic design for the Chicago-based company cemented its artistic reputation. He also painted and served as Dance Magazine's art director.
His literary career traced the arc of his country's modern political journey in stories about ordinary citizens facing repression and arbitrary government.