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Who are the famous dancers in Philippine Art?

* Francisca Reyes-Aquino (1899-1983) was a Filipina ballerina and choreographer who is considered one of the pioneers of Philippine modern dance. She founded the Francisca Reyes School of Dance in 1927, which is now the oldest existing dance school in the Philippines.

* Leonor Orosa Goquingco (1917-2005) was a Filipina dancer, choreographer, and cultural promoter. She is best known for her work in promoting Philippine folk dances and for founding the Bayanihan Philippine National Folk Dance Company in 1957.

* Ramon Obusan (1938-2006) was a Filipino dancer, choreographer, and theater director. He is best known for his work with the Philippine Ballet Theatre, which he founded in 1969.

* Alice Reyes (born 1942) is a Filipina dancer, choreographer, and artistic director. She is best known for her work with the Ballet Philippines, which she founded in 1969.

* Douglas Nierras (born 1959) is a Filipino dancer, choreographer, and artistic director. He is best known for his work with the Philippine Contemporary Dance Company, which he founded in 1988.

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