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George Balanchine

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American choreographer, dancer and ballet master (1904-1983)

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George Balanchine was a Georgian-American ballet choreographer, recognized as one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th century. Styled as the father of American ballet, he co-founded the New York City Ballet and remained its artistic director for more than 35 years.

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1983Presidential Medal of Freedom
1980Austrian Decoration for Science and Art
1978Kennedy Center Honors
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George Balanchine was a Georgian-American ballet choreographer, recognized as one of the most influential choreographers of the 20th century. Styled as the father of American ballet, he co-founded the New York City Ballet and remained its artistic director for more than 35 years. His choreography is characterized by plotless ballets with minimal costume and décor, performed to classical and neoclassical music.

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Lived 1904 to 1983 · aged 79
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