Marina Semyonova
Ballerina and influential educator
Born
June 12th, 1908
116 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 102 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Russia
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Born in 1908, a prominent Russian ballerina and revered ballet teacher. Joined the Bolshoi Theatre, becoming a principal dancer and performed lead roles in productions such as 'Swan Lake' and 'The Nutcracker.' Played a significant role in the development of ballet pedagogy in the Soviet Union. Served as a professor at the Moscow State Academy of Choreography, influencing generations of dancers. Instrumental in establishing ballet's educational framework in Russia, shaping the future of ballet training.
Performed lead roles at the Bolshoi Theatre
Served as a ballet professor at the Moscow State Academy of Choreography
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