Gerald Arpino

Gerald Arpino
Arpino in 1981
Born
Genarro Peter Arpino

(1923-01-14)January 14, 1923
DiedOctober 29, 2008(2008-10-29) (aged 85)
Occupation(s)Choreographer, dancer, director
Years active1950–2007
PartnerRobert Joffrey
Career
Former groupsJoffrey Ballet
Websitearpinojoffreyfoundation.org

Gerald Arpino (January 14, 1923 – October 29, 2008) was an American dancer and choreographer. He was the co-founder of the Joffrey Ballet and succeeded Robert Joffrey as its artistic director in 1988.[1]

  1. ^ Smith, Sid. "Gerald Arpino dies". Chicago Tribune.