Quote by: Ninette de Valois

There would never have been a British Ballet without Diaghilev. He had a wonderful influence.


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Author Bio


  • NameNinette de Valois
  • Descriptiondancer, teacher, choreographer and director of classical ballet
  • BornJune 6, 1898
  • DiedMarch 8, 2001
  • CountryIreland
  • ProfessionBallet Dancer; Choreographer; Author; Librettist
  • AwardsKnight Of The Legion Of Honour; Laurence Olivier Award; Dame Commander Of The Order Of The British Empire; Erasmus Prize