frb · @frankrberger
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April 22, 1884
Marie died in Marseille. She became famous for her light, aerial way of dancing and the use of pointe dance as means of expression not just as a technical trick.

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frb · @frankrberger
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January 12, 1808
Paul was born in Vienna. He not only became an important & director but also successfully fought for royalties for his ballets similar to plays & operas.

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frb · @frankrberger
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I knew it. James just had had too much booze (probably whisky rather than champagne) when the Sylphide appeared in his dreams ...

Wishing you a very happy New Year!

(Left: Marie & Paul in La , 1834; ;
Right: postcard, c. 1900)

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