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Abstract.
The essay describes the life and creative heritage of the outstanding ballet dancer and choreographer of the XX century Rudolf Nureyev and was written in connection with the 85th anniversary of his birth. The work consistently sheds light on the main stages of Nureyev’s life and creative activity, paying special attention to the period of his studies at the Leningrad Choreographic School, where A. I. Pushkin, a well-known ballet teacher, had a significant influence on the formation of Nureyev as a dancer. In conclusion, the author sums up, noting that the contribution of the outstanding figure to the development of dance art remains relevant today: various festivals dedicated to his memory are held in Kazan and Ufa, including the international festival “Small Nureyev”, numerous articles, books are written, performances are staged that are concerned with the life and work of the dancer who acquired the status of a legend of the XX century.
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