The Denishawn School of Dancing and Related Arts was founded in 1915 by dancers Ruth St. Denis and Ted Shawn in Los Angeles, California. It played a significant role in the development of modern dance in the United States, emphasizing the integration of various dance styles, including ballet, folk, and ethnic dance. The school became a training ground for many influential dancers and choreographers, fostering a new generation of artists. Its curriculum focused on both technique and the exploration of dance as an expressive art form, contributing to the broader acceptance of dance in American culture.