Marjorie Tallchief

Ballerina and soloist with NYC Ballet

Marjorie Tallchief - Ballerina and soloist with NYC Ballet
Born

October 19th, 1926
98 years ago

Died

2021
4 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent ballerina, one of the first American dancers to gain international acclaim. Studied at the School of American Ballet and joined the New York City Ballet, where performed leading roles in works by George Balanchine. Regarded as a pioneer of ballet in the United States, played a crucial role in making ballet a popular art form. Later performed with various international ballet companies and contributed to the art through teaching and choreography.

Danced in 'Firebird' and 'Swan Lake'

Performed with the New York City Ballet

Influenced ballet education as a teacher

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