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Ted Shawn (21 October 1891 – 9 January 1972), originally Edwin Myers Shawn, was one of the first notable male pioneers of American modern dance. Along with creating the Denishawn School with former wife Ruth St. Denis he was also responsible for the creation of the well-known all-male company Ted Shawn and His Men Dancers. With his innovative ideas of masculine movement, he was one of the most influential choreographers and dancers of his day. He was also the founder and creator of Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival in Massachusetts, and "was knighted by the King of Denmark for his efforts on behalf of the Royal Danish Ballet."

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Born	21 October 1891 Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
Died	9 January 1972 (aged 80) Orlando, Florida
Zodiac	Libra
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Ruth St. Denis 1878-1968 American modern dancer · m. ???? info edit

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Gloria Swanson · Friend · 1899-1983 · American actress edit info

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Walter Byron 1899-1972 English actor info edit view couple »

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Arthur F. Kales 1882-1936 American, Photographer info edit view couple »

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Barton Mumaw 1912-2001 American, Dancer info edit view couple »

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