Her work, which stressed improvisation, attracted students, disciples and enthusiasts fascinated by the creative issues she explored and the way she explored them.
The Virus Cost Performers Their Work, Then Their Health Coverage
As the entertainment industry collapsed during the pandemic, several major health plans made it harder to qualify for insurance. Thousands lost it.
“You never think it’s going to be you,” said Robbie Fairchild, a star of ballet, Broadway and film who was one of many performers to lose their health coverage amid the pandemic. He started a flower company when live performances were halted.Credit.Amr Alfiky/The New York Times
Published March 9, 2021Updated March 19, 2021
Ellyn Marie Marsh was getting ready to appear in a new off-Broadway musical last year when the pandemic struck, theaters were shut and her work evaporated.