Alla Osipenko

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Alla Osipenko, a former prima ballerina with the Kirov Ballet Company, found her career compromised by Soviet politics. With the defection of Rudolf Nureyev and Osipenko's outspoken monarchism, the Kirov began limiting the number of her performances and barred her from international tours. She then turned to acting in experimental films and lecturing and teaching ballet in Europe.

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Ballet culture and the individual talent

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Ballet near the end of the 20th century is severely financially challenged, and this limits its appeal as a profession. Dancers are paid far less than athletes, so their rewards are essentially physical and emotional. Eric Stiefel of the American Ballet Theatre brings energy and conviction to a wide range of roles.

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Beaton at the ballet: costume designs from an exhibition at the Susan Sheehan Gallery

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This article provides illustrations of costumes designs for the ballet, created by Cecil Beaton.

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