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John Cyril Cranko (15 August 1927 – 26 June 1973) was a South African ballet dancer and choreographer with the Royal Ballet and the Stuttgart Ballet. Life and career [ edit ] Early life [ edit ]
Jun 22, 2024 · John Cranko was a dancer, choreographer, and ballet director best known for his work with the Stuttgart Ballet. His basic dance training was at the Cape Town University Ballet School, where he performed as well as choreographed his first ballet, The Soldier’s Tale (1942).
Learn about the life and works of John Cranko, who created many ballets for the Stuttgart Ballet from 1961 to 1973. Discover his style, influences and legacy in the world of dance.
With his full-length ballet Onegin, John Cranko secured his place in the pantheon of great 20th century choreographers. Based on Alexander Pushkin’s dramatic verse novel „Eugen Onegin“, he ...
A comprehensive biography of John Cranko, the visionary and influential ballet maker who created Onegin and other masterpieces. The book explores his life, works, influences, challenges and legacy with insight, detail and passion.
Learn about John Cranko's legacy as the leader of Stuttgart Ballet from 1961 to 1973, when he created masterpieces such as Romeo and Juliet, Onegin and The Taming of the Shrew. Discover how he shaped the company's style, repertoire and international reputation, and how he fought for ballet's autonomy and emancipation.
On June 26th, 1973, John Cranko, founder of the Stuttgart Ballet, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 45. 50 years later we commemorate this dance visionary with a double bill titled REMEMBER ME.
