Anna Pavlova

Professional headshot of Anna Pavlova

Anna Pavlova

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.

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Place of Birth

Acting12 February 1881 (age 143)Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire

Filmography

Poster image for The Dumb Girl of Portici
Poster image for The Immortal Swan
Poster image for That's Dancing!
Poster image for The Dying Swan