Asakawa, Takako (1938–)

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Asakawa, Takako (1938–)

Japanese dancer and choreographer. Born Feb 23, 1938, in Tokyo, Japan; m. David Hatch Walker (choreographer and dancer).

Came to New York City early in career with the revue, Holiday in Japan; was a member of the Graham Company (1962–79), creating roles in Graham works, including Archaic Hours (1969), Adorations (1975), and Eagles (1976), and Yuriko's Wind Drum (1965); performed briefly with Alvin Ailey Dance Theater; founded her own company, Asakawalker, with husband (1970). Choreographed works include Fantasy II (1972), Eclipse (1973), Ambrosia (1974), Reflections of Romance (1977), and Opalescence (1978).

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