Even those who are not so verse in ballet are familiar with the name Rudolf Nureyev. In The White Crow, Ralph Fiennes (who is also plays his teacher Pushkin in the movie) directs dancer Oleg Ivenko as the title character, taking the audience on a journey of the life of the famed ballet star. Nureyev’s defection from the Soviet Union to the West during the height of the Cold War was international news as he escaped capture by the KGB. He went on to dance with Royal Ballet, become Artistic Director of Paris Opera Ballet, and to make his everlasting mark on the history of ballet.
Thursday, May 19, 2022
The White Crow: The Rudolf Nureyev Story
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Cherilyn J. Lee
Cherilyn's lifelong passion for ballet has opened the door to the next chapter of her journey. Her strong foundation includes training at the School of American Ballet, being a featured dancer with Hartford Ballet and Carolina Ballet, and being co-director/owner of City Ballet Raleigh. She was granted the Affiliate Teacher Award after successfully completing the ABT National Training Curriculum®. A professional career in the industry along with extensive global travel provide her with a unique set of experiences to draw upon as a journalist and audience member. Cherilyn is excited to be sharing her insight about ballet around the world.
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