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Minstrel shows, vaudeville and the early musicals of Harlem set the standard for dance entertainment in the 1800's and early 1900's. Variety shows were and extension of saloon entertainment. Vaudeville was a culmination of specialty acts! These dance styles were entertainment oriented with little or no artistic merit! Entertain us!

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