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Feminist Dance History

Feminist dance history examines how women's experiences, perspectives, and bodies have shaped and challenged dance traditions. It highlights the ways women have used dance as a form of expression, resistance, and empowerment, often confronting societal norms and gender expectations. This history explores pioneering female dancers, choreographers, and movements that prioritize gender equality, gender fluidity, and social critique. By analyzing dance through a feminist lens, it reveals how the art form reflects and influences women's roles and identities across different cultures and eras.