Olga Lepeshinskaya
Ballet dancer and educator in Russia
Born
September 28th, 1916
108 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Russia
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Born in Ukraine, completed ballet training at the Vaganova Academy in St. Petersburg. Joined the Kirov Ballet where performed in major productions including 'Swan Lake' and 'The Nutcracker.' Contributed to the development of ballet in the Soviet Union through teaching and choreography. Worked at the Moscow State Academy of Choreography and influenced many notable dancers.
Performed in 'Swan Lake' and 'The Nutcracker'
Taught at Moscow State Academy of Choreography
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