Serge Diaghilev and his World:

A Centennial Celebration of Diaghilev’s
Ballets Russes

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George Balanchine and Ballets Russes

George Balanchine and Ballets Russes (br0024)

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George Balanchine (1904–1983) joined Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes as a dancer in 1924. Two of his greatest works, Apollo and Prodigal Son, were created during the last years of the company’s existence. Today Balanchine is regarded as one of the principal artists of modern times and the founder of classical ballet in America.
George Balanchine (1904–1983) joined Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes as a dancer in 1924. Two of his greatest works, <em>Apollo</em> and <em>Prodigal Son</em>, were created during the last years of the company’s existence. Today Balanchine is regarded as one of the principal artists of modern times and the founder of classical ballet in America.