Anna Pavlova
Famous Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova played her roles in
The Dying Swan
and
Les Sylphides
.
People widely regard Anna Pavlova of the most classical dancers in history and most note her as a principal artist of the imperial Russian ballet and the ballets Russes of Sergei Pavlovich Diaghilev. People frequently cite her probably most well known greatness. Pavlova, most recognized for the creation, first toured with her own company around the world.
Train of Pavlova on tour in The Hague, Netherlands, mildly derailed. Dressed only in pajamas and a light scarf, she walked the length of the train to see happenings. Three weeks later, she died of pneumonia. Reportedly, she said, "If I can't dance, then I'd rather be dead," and asked to hold her costume. While holding her costume, she spoke her last words; "Play the last measure very softly."
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