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Maria Fux
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| Born | 2 January 1922 Buenos Aires, Argentina
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| Died | 31 July 2023 (aged 101) |
| Occupation | Dancer, choreographer, dance therapist, dance school owner |
María Fux (2 January 1922 – 31 July 2023) was an Argentine dancer, choreographer and dance therapist. She developed a dance therapy system, in Argentina, later establishing dance schools in Argentina and Europe, training physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, doctors, teachers of dance and of gymnastics, psychotherapists, psychologists, and teachers working with people with disabilities.
Fux was invited to institutions, conferences and seminars to witness their experiences with issues related to deafness, down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, autistic individuals, elderly, and various other disabilities. She turned 100 in January 2022, and died on 31 July 2023, at the age of 101.
Awards
- Diploma, UNESCO (1996)
- Recognition from UN (1999)
- Illustrious citizen of the city (2002)
- Gratia Artis Award (2007)
- Silver Clover Award, Rotary (2008)
- Bicentennial Medal (2010)
- National Endowment for the Arts Award (2011)
- Rosa Silver Award of Congress (2012)
See also
In Spanish: María Fux para niños
- Dancing with Maria
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