The male dancer, A respectable profession for men?
Well, back in 1914 maybe it wasn't— back then if admitted the possibility of being a male dancer, they assumed that such men must be deadbeats or immoral.

Nevertheless, a male dancer, have been disrespected as "pansies." in the past.
but now, being a male dancer is more than respectable.

Nowadays being a male dancer is well thought-of and highly regarded.

Why should controversy concerning sexual orientation decide on what kind of dancing is contemplated okay for men?

The respect of the male dancer has grown to a great extent over the years, and the male dancer today is considered a respectable career.