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Quote by Agnes de Mille

“Dance in the body you have.”

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Agnes de Mille was a renowned American choreographer born on September 18, 1905, in New York, USA. Her dance works were characterized by a unique blend of modern dance and ballet elements, which had a profound impact on the development of dance art in the world. more

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