Sergey Diaghilev Biography

Sergey Diaghilev biography

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NAME: Sergei Pavlovich Diaghilev
OCCUPATION: Critic, Ballet Dancer, Choreographer
BIRTH DATE: March 31, 1872
DEATH DATE: August 19, 1929
EDUCATION: University of St. Petersburg

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.