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Ruth St Denis / Jugend 08
RUTH ST DENIS (Ruth Dennis) American vaudeville dancer and choreographer doing a serpent dance (Schlangentanz)
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1879 1968 Choreographer Dancer Denis Dennis Jugend Ruth Serpent Turban Vaudeville
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This photograph captures the enigmatic and innovative American dancer and choreographer, Ruth St. Denis (1879-1968), in the midst of her mesmerizing performance of the Serpent Dance during the Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) movement in 1908. Born as Ruth Dennis in Pennsylvania, St. Denis is considered a pioneer in modern dance, blending Eastern spirituality and Western theatricality to create a unique and captivating dance style. Dressed in an ornate turban and flowing robes, St. Denis gracefully executes the undulating movements of the Serpent Dance, her body undulating like a serpent in motion. The dance, inspired by her travels to India and Egypt, was a sensation in the vaudeville circuit and marked a departure from the rigid and formulaic dance routines of the time. The Jugendstil movement, with its emphasis on organic forms and flowing lines, provided the perfect backdrop for St. Denis' groundbreaking performances. The movement's influence is evident in the sinuous curves of her body and the fluidity of her movements, which seem to defy the rigid structures of traditional dance. This photograph is a testament to St. Denis' visionary artistry and her role as a trailblazer in the world of modern dance. Her innovative choreography and fusion of Eastern and Western influences paved the way for future generations of dancers and continues to inspire artists to this day.
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