| The ballet is led by four ballerinas who each have at least one pas de deux. |
| His partners included almost all of the ballerinas who rose to fame between 1936 and 1962, when he retired from the stage. |
| The ballet slipper is a danseur's best friend but, in the hearts of ballerinas, it's been overshadowed by the pointe shoe. |
| Ballet dancers, little ballerinas, women in intimate situations and horse races are the subjects that are immediately associated with him. |
| The week saw some technical ballerinas, brilliant ballroom dancers, wacky contortionists and slow krumpers. |
| Showcasing its roster of brilliant ballerinas, the Kirov offers sparkling versions of Petipa and Balanchine. |
