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“When one considers the body in relation to dance, it is then that one truly realizes what suffering is: it is a part of our lives. No matter how much we search for it from the outside there is no way we can find it without delving into ourselves.”

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Tatsumi Hijikata
Tatsumi Hijikata

Tatsumi Hijikata was a Japanese artist and performer recognized for his contributions to avant-garde theater and performance art. He played a crucial role in the development of butoh dance, a genre that merges traditional Japanese dance with modern dance and theater. Hijikata's work was noted for its intense physicality, emotional expression, and surreal themes. more

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