Birthdate: November 20, 1925
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Moscow, Russia
Died: May 2, 2015
Maya Plisetskaya was a renowned Soviet and Russian ballet dancer, choreographer, ballet director, and actress. She achieved prima ballerina assoluta status at the Bolshoi Theatre after Galina Ulanova’s retirement. Plisetskaya toured globally during the Cold War, highlighting Soviet accomplishments. Known for her technical prowess and captivating presence, she defined iconic roles in numerous ballet productions, setting new standards for ballerinas. Her husband composed music for her ballet performances. Despite her international fame, she maintained a strong allegiance to the Soviet Union.
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