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Jules Perrot | |
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Born | Jules-Joseph Perrot 18 August 1810 Lyon, France |
Died | 18 August 1892 Paramé, France | (aged 82)
Nationality | French |
Occupation(s) | Dancer Choreographer |
Partner | Carlotta Grisi |
Jules-Joseph Perrot (18 August 1810 – 29 August 1892) was a French dancer and choreographer who later became Ballet Master of the Imperial Ballet in St. Petersburg, Russia. He created some of the most famous ballets of the 19th century including Pas de Quatre, La Esmeralda, Ondine, and Giselle with Jean Coralli.