George Balanchine: Facts & Related Content
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Facts
| Also Known As | Georgy Melitonovich Balanchivadze |
|---|---|
| Born | January 22, 1904 • St. Petersburg • Russia |
| Died | April 30, 1983 (aged 79) • New York City • New York |
| Founder | New York City Ballet |
| Awards And Honors | Kennedy Center Honors (1978) |
| Notable Works | “Le Boeuf sur le toit” |
| Notable Family Members | spouse Tanaquil LeClercq |
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