Deborah Jowitt

Deborah Jowitt is an American dance critic, historian, and choreographer known for her insightful analysis of dance and movement. She has written extensively about dance’s cultural and artistic significance, often exploring its social context. Jowitt also creates her own dance works and has contributed to arts education. Her work helps audiences and artists understand dance not just as entertainment but as a meaningful form of expression and communication. Overall, she bridges the gap between dance practice and scholarly understanding, enriching the appreciation of dance as an art form.