Erik Bruhn
Choreographer and ballet director
Born
October 3rd, 1928
96 years ago
Died
April 1st, 1986
39 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Denmark
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Active in the field of dance, contributions included choreography and direction for various ballet companies. Served as artistic director for the Royal Danish Ballet. Worked prominently with the National Ballet of Canada, where choreography and staging of classical ballets established significant influence. Recognized for efforts to revitalize ballet performances and engage new audiences through innovative productions.
Artistic director of the Royal Danish Ballet
Choreographed for the National Ballet of Canada
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