Marius Petipa

Dancer

Birthday March 11, 1818

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Marseille, France

DEATH DATE Jul 14, 1910 (92)

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About

Former dancer and choreographer, considered by many to be the greatest ballet master that has ever lived.

Before Fame

He received his training at the Brussels Conservatory.

Trivia

He served as the premier maître de ballet of the St. Petersburg Imperial Theater for over 30 years.

Family Life

He was born in France.

Associated With

His techniques inspired more contemporary ballet dancers, like Amanda Schull.