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Quote by Ruth St. Denis

“The real message of the Dance opens up the vistas of life to all who have the urge to express beauty with no other instrument than their own bodies, with no apparatus and no dependence on anything other than space.”

Quote by Ruth St. Denis

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Ruth St. Denis was a renowned dancer, choreographer, and dance educator. Born on January 20, 1879, and passing away on July 21, 1968, she is known for her unique dance style and significant contributions to modern dance. more

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