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Mikhail Baryshnikov, Soviet-born American actor and ballet dancer who was the preeminent male classical dancer of the 1970s and ’80s. He subsequently became a noted dance director. In addition, Baryshnikov occasionally acted, and his credits included the TV series Sex and the City.
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Dancing career. 1960–1974: early years. 1974: defection to Canada. 1974–1978: principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. 1978–1979: principal dancer with the New York City Ballet. 1980–2002: artistic director of the American Ballet Theatre and White Oak Dance Project. 2002–present: Baryshnikov Arts Center and awards.
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Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Mikhail Baryshnikov, one of the greatest ballet dancers of the 20th century. From his early training in the Soviet Union to his defection, his roles in film and TV, and his artistic projects, discover his achievements and challenges.
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