Nijinsky (1980), directed by Herbert Ross, starring professional dancers George de la Peña as Nijinsky and Leslie Browne as Romola, with actors Alan Bates as Diaghilev and Jeremy Irons …

Vaslav Nijinsky (born 1889 or 1890, Kiev, Russian Empire [now Kyiv, Ukraine]—died April 8, 1950, London, England) was a Russian-born ballet dancer of almost legendary fame, …

Although Nijinsky created only a handful of works, including Rite of Spring, his mark on modern choreography is indelible. He is also remembered as an extraordinary performer with powerful …

Apr 25, 2023 · His controversial choreographic works are now considered some of the first contemporary ballets. Nijinsky was born in Kyiv circa 1890, which at the time belonged to …

Born in Kiev, Russia, in 1890, Vaslav Nijinsky was a legendary performer in the history of dance and a revolutionary choreographer. Both his parents were celebrated dancers; they had their …

Mar 12, 2021 · Nijinsky’s first, and likely most famous, work during his time at Ballets Russes was L’apres midi d’un faune or The Afternoon of the Faun. This ballet, though a deeply beloved …

Explore the life and legacy of Vaslav Nijinsky, the enigmatic ballet star whose groundbreaking performances and choreography revolutionized early 20th-century dance.