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Denishawn Dancers

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Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-069
Abstract Ruth St. Denis was one of the first internationally known modern dancers, and was famous for her cultural dance performances. Ted Shawn was a male pioneer for American modern dance, and was St. Denis' dance partner for a large part of their careers. This collection contains correspondence, business and personal documents, publications, and photographs regarding the personal and professional lives of St. Denis and Shawn. Also included are biographical manuscripts of Ruth St. Denis, agendas...
Dates: 1904-1999, undated; Majority of material found within 1923-1972