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What are some notable dances choreographed by Pearl Primus?

Pearl Primus’s first major choreographic work was ā€œAfrican Ceremonialā€ in 1944. Her dance ā€œThe Weddingā€ (1961), created for Alvin Ailey’s company, reflected her travels in western Africa. Her dances "Strange Fruitā€ (1945), "The Negro Speaks of Riversā€ (1944), and ā€œMichael, Row Your Boat Ashoreā€ (1979) spoke to Black American life. Her performance ā€œHaitian Play Danceā€ (1947) was a more playful dance.