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Bob Curtis

1925–2009

United States

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Robert Leroy "Bob" Curtis (September 1, 1925 – December 9, 2009) was an American-born dancer and choreographer. Curtis was known for developing an "Afro-contemporary" dance style that combined modern dance techniques with African dance traditions. Active in the United States and Europe, he studied with major figures including Martha Graham and Katherine Dunham before establishing a long career in Italy and Austria.

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