“I dance not to entertain but to help people better understand each other. Because through dance I have experienced the wordless joy of freedom, I seek it more fully now for my people and for all people everywhere.”
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Pearl Primus
Pearl Primus was an outstanding dancer, actress, and civil rights activist. Born on November 29, 1919, and passing away on October 29, 1994, Primus made significant contributions to the American dance scene with her dance works that integrated African, Caribbean, and Native American cultural elements. more
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