'Obsessed With Light' Review: Dancer Loïe Fuller Gets Her Due
VarietyStory by Manuel Betancourt
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The captivating tale of Loïe Fuller, the pioneering dancer whose 'Serpentine Dance' entranced audiences and inspired generations of artists.
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- Lo ïe Fuller was a true alchemist of light, captivating crowds at the Folies Bergère in Paris with her innovative 'Serpentine Dance' at the turn of the 19th century.
- Fuller's dance has inspired imitators for over a century, cementing her legacy as a groundbreaking artist whose influence can still be felt in modern dance and performance.
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Loïe Fuller, Folies Bergère, 'Serpentine Dance'