Dance

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Ann Miller (tap dancer & actress - 1923-2004) began dancing as a child to help strengthen her legs which were weak because of rickets. She began working professionally at age 13 (she told her employers that she was 19). She is credited with helping to popularize pantyhose, which were created at her request by the costumers of her dance production numbers.
Alvin Ailey's Spirit Wades Through Boston
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater comes to Boston May 1-4. Belen Pereyra reflects on what it's like to be a member of the company.
Cyd Charisse's well-worn pointe shoes. I don't think there was ever a more glamorous icon of ballet. I'm thrilled to have these!
Cyd Charisse 💃 "If I had to give up either acting or dancing, I'd choose to keep dancing." #cydcharisse #dancer #dance #actress #icon…
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Shirley Temple – Mary Miley's Roaring Twenties
One of the most memorable moments from Shirley Temple's movies - dancing with Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. Bojangles moved into film during the early talkies, gaining international fame for his scenes with little Shirley Temple. He was the one who taught her to tap dance.