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TBT: Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis on What Makes a Compelling Dancer

by Courtney Escoyne | Feb 26, 2026

The cover of the February 1971 issue of Dance Magazine. A black and white image captures Murray Louis in a deep plié, leaning forward so his head rests in the lap of Phyllis Lamhut. Lamhut is perched on Louis' thigh, arching to the side so she wraps over his back, one arm curving overhead while the other is secure around his waist. They wear matching sleeveless unitards with a net pattern.

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