Anna Pavlova

Anna Pavlova

February 12, 1881 (143 years old) in Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire

Anna Pavlovna Pavlova (born Anna Matveyevna Pavlova; 12 February [O.S. 31 January] 1881 – 23 January 1931) was a Russian prima ballerina of the late 19th and the early 20th centuries. She was a principal artist of the Imperial Russian Ballet and the Ballets Russes of Sergei Diaghilev. Pavlova is most recognized for her creation of the role of The Dying Swan and, with her own company, became the first ballerina to tour around the world, including performances in South America, India and Australia.

Known For

That's Dancing! That's Dancing!
For Art's Sake: The Story of Ballets Russes For Art's Sake: The Story of Ballets Russes
The Dumb Girl of Portici The Dumb Girl of Portici
The Immortal Swan The Immortal Swan
The Dying Swan The Dying Swan

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