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How body modification conflicts with traditional performance expectations

I want to bind my chest for the cultural dance performance but my dance teacher says it will dishonor the feminine spirit of the movements.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Personal gender expression can clash with prescribed embodiment required for cultural participation and artistic authenticity.

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