Nina Kirsanova | |
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Born | Nina Vasilievna Kirsanova 1898 |
Died | 3 February 1989 | (aged 90–91)
Occupation(s) | Ballet dancer, choreographer, ballet teacher |
Years active | 1923–1951 |
Career | |
Dances | Ballet |
Nina Kirsanova (1898 – 3 February 1989) was a Russian-born Yugoslavian ballet dancer, one of the most important ballet artists in Belgrade, who distinguished herself as a lead principal dancer, choreographer, head of ballet and ballet teacher.[1] She also spent time as a nurse, archaeologist and actress.[2]