Erik Bruhn

Choreographer and ballet director

Erik Bruhn - Choreographer and ballet director
Born

October 3rd, 1928
96 years ago

Died

April 1st, 1986
38 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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