Lesley Collier
Ballerina and dance educator
Born
March 13th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in England in 1947, significant contributions to ballet included performing with the Royal Ballet. Achievements in dance education involved teaching at prestigious institutions and choreographing various productions. Renowned for expertise in classical ballet, fostering talent in aspiring dancers and enhancing ballet education methodologies.
Performed with the Royal Ballet
Taught at prestigious dance schools
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