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"Ruth St. Denis (born Ruth Denis;[citation needed] January 20, 1879 – July 21, 1968) was an American pioneer of modern dance, introducing eastern ideas into the art. She was the co-founder of the American Denishawn School of Dancing and Related Arts and the teacher of several notable performers." - (en.wikipedia.org 28.06.2021)