George Balanchine
George Balanchine (1904-1983) was a pioneering ballet choreographer and one of the most influential figures in the history of dance. He co-founded the New York City Ballet and is celebrated for his innovative approach to choreography, which blended classical ballet with contemporary elements. His works often emphasized the beauty of movement and the importance of music in dance, allowing him to create a distinctive style that has influenced generations of dancers and choreographers.
Born on Jan 22, 1904 (121 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 47,123 | $3,845,000 | 2,163$ |
| Monaco | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 39,242 | 30 | $7,800 | 6$ |
| Totals | 2 | 83,823,184 | 47,153 | $3,852,800 | 2,169$ |
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Germany:
George Balanchine, one of the most important choreographers of the 20th century, famously stated that 'Ballet is woman'.
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Monaco:
George Balanchine is one of the choreographers featured in the Junior Ballet's program.
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Monaco:
George Balanchine is known for his experimental ballet creations, including the piece 'Quatre tempéraments'.
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Switzerland:
George Balanchine is recognized as the most important representative of Neoclassicism in dance.
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Ukraine:
George Balanchine was invited to create choreography for the Paris Opera, alongside Serge Lifar.
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Canada:
George Balanchine was working with dancer Rudolf Nureyev while Mandy Patinkin studied at Juilliard.
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Portugal:
George Balanchine created the Stravinsky Violin Concerto in honor of the Russian composer with whom he collaborated numerous times.
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