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Black and white image of Michio Ito dressed as a matador for his 1927 piece Tango.

Michio Ito: The Forgotten Modern Dance Pioneer

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History Quiz: Marian Chace

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Marian Chace: America’s first professional dance therapist

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The Profiteer (left) cowers in the face of Death (right) in Jooss’ The Green Table.

History Quiz: Kurt Jooss

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The Profiteer (left) cowers in the face of Death (right) in Jooss’ The Green Table.

The Founding Father of Tanztheater: Kurt Jooss

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Pearl Lang dressed in a white dress dancing.

Pearl Lang: Guardian of Martha Graham’s technique

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A black and white photo. Onstage, three pairs of male and female partners dance Lindy hop in various poses.

History Quiz: Frankie Manning

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A black and white photo. Frankie Manning, in a white button-up with suspenders and gray pants, raises his hands playfully as he tap dances. He is shown waist-up.

Frankie Manning: Ambassador of Lindy Hop

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A black and white photo of a male Flamenco dancer, lifting his right leg and twisting his upper body with a passionate expression.

History Quiz: Antonio Gades

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A black and white photo of a male and a female Flamenco dancer posing with their arms up, shown waist-up.

Antonio Gades: Legendary Spanish Dancer and Unforgettable Artist

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