Daily Almanac for
Aug 21, 2008
Search White Pages
Info search tips
Bio search tips

Encyclopedia

Danilova, Alexandra

Danilova, Alexandra (dänē'lōvä) [key], 1904?97, Russian-American ballerina. She entered (1923) the Imperial Ballet School, St. Petersburg, was a member (1924–29) of Diaghilev's Ballet Russe, and prima ballerina (1938-58) of the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. She toured with her own company and, after retiring, lectured, choreographed, and taught dance. She taught at the School of American Ballet.

The Columbia Electronic Encyclopedia, 6th ed. Copyright © 2007, Columbia University Press. All rights reserved.

    • Cite
    • Print
    • Bookmark

More on Alexandra Danilova from Infoplease:

  • Alexandra Danilova - Alexandra Danilova ballerina, teacher An internationally recognized, versatile dancer known for her ...
  • Alexandra Danilova - Alexandra Danilova ballerina, teacher An internationally recognized, versatile dancer known for her ...
  • Capezio Dance Awards - Capezio Dance Awards The Capezio Dance Awards, presented annually by the Capezio/Ballet Makers ...
  • Capezio Dance Awards - Capezio Dance Awards The Capezio Dance Awards, presented annually by the Capezio/Ballet Makers ...
  • Recipients of Kennedy Center Honors - Recipients of Kennedy Center Honors The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., ...

See more Encyclopedia articles on: Dance: Biographies