Ushio Amagatsu, a globally acclaimed performer and choreographer who was a key figure in butoh dance, died on March 25 from heart failure. He was 74. A funeral was held for close family members.

Butoh was founded by Tatsumi Hijikata before its principle was taken over by Kazuo Ohno, Akaji Maro and Ushio Amagatsu. The performing art has inspired the art scene across the world since the 1960s.

Alexis Trice, 'A Good Cry.' See it as part of the Meow Brow show at Gallery ERGO through December 9. COURTESY OF GALLERY ERGO (VISUAL ART) When life gives you lemons in the form of a worst-case ...