Léonide Massine

Born: 1896-08-09

Birthplace: Moscow, Russian Empire [Russia]

Biography

Leonid Fyodorovich Myasin, better known in the West by the French transliteration as Léonide Massine (9 August [O.S. 28 July] 1896 – 15 March 1979) was a Russian choreographer and ballet dancer.

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Known For

The Red Shoes
The Tales of Hoffmann
Neapolitan Carousel
Aida
Honeymoon
The Gay Parisian
For Art's Sake: The Story of Ballets Russes
The Blue Danube
Spanish Fiesta
Parade

Top Movie Credits

The Red Shoes Grischa Ljubov
The Tales of Hoffmann Spalanzani / Schlemil / Franz
Neapolitan Carousel Antonio 'Pulcinella' Petito
Aida Uncredited
Honeymoon Der Geist
The Gay Parisian Choreographer
For Art's Sake: The Story of Ballets Russes Self - Choreographer and Dancer (archive footage)
Spanish Fiesta Jealous Suitor
Parade Choreographer