What important milestone did Martha Graham have as a dancer?
Winner of American Idol
First dancer to perform at the White House
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Won an Olympic Gold Medal
Answer
Martha Graham was the first dancer to perform at the White House in 1938. She was invited by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt to perform her dance "Lamentation" at a special event hosted by the National Youth Administration. The event was attended by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and other dignitaries. Graham's performance was a success and she went on to become one of the most influential dancers of the 20th century.
Dancing Through Time: Unveiling the Legacy of Martha Graham
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