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  • PLACE OF BIRTH: Selischi, Novgorod gubernia, Russia
  • PLACE OF DEATH: Venice, Italy
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Sergei Diaghilev was a Russian art critic, patron, ballet impresario and founder of the Ballets Russes.


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Sergei Diaghilev was a Russian art critic and ballet impresario. After studying at the University of St. Petersburg, he immigrated to Paris where presented Russian ballet and opera to wide acclaim. In 1909, he established the Ballets Russes, bringing together some of the most impressive collaborations of artists. Many famous dancers and choreographers came out of his leadership. He died in 1929.

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