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Programme for Alicia Markova and Anton Dolin showcase
The cover of the programme for a Alicia Markova and Anton Dolin Gala Performance of Ballet at the Granada, Woolwich, London. In 1950, Markova and Dolin became the co-founders of the Festival Ballet, a company formed to celebrate the imminent Festival of Britain and backed by the Polish businessman Julian Brunsweg. Dolin was to be the companys first Artistic Director, with Markova as Prima Ballerina. The company was formed to tour ballets to audiences that would otherwise be unable to experience ballet, and went on to tour extensively to less conventional venues both in the United Kingdom and internationally. It also established a number of educational programmes designed to make ballet accessible to new audiences. Date: 1950
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A Timeless Duo: Alicia Markova and Anton Dolin's Gala Performance at the Granada, Woolwich, London, 1950 This programme cover from 1950 heralds the upcoming gala performance of ballet legends Alicia Markova and Anton Dolin at the Granada in Woolwich, London. The image of the two renowned dancers, bathed in the soft glow of the stage lights, evokes an air of elegance and grace, as they prepare to captivate their audience with their unparalleled artistry. At the time, Markova and Dolin were the co-founders of Festival Ballet, a groundbreaking company established to celebrate the upcoming Festival of Britain and backed by Polish businessman Julian Brunsweg. Dolin was appointed as the company's first Artistic Director, with Markova as Prima Ballerina. Their shared vision was to bring the beauty and magic of ballet to audiences who may not have had the opportunity to experience it otherwise. Festival Ballet embarked on an extensive touring schedule, performing in less conventional venues both in the United Kingdom and internationally. Their commitment to making ballet accessible to new audiences extended beyond their performances, as they also established educational programmes designed to introduce the art form to a wider public. This programme cover serves as a testament to the enduring partnership and artistic brilliance of Markova and Dolin, who together transformed the ballet landscape in the 1950s and beyond. Their legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences, making this image a true treasure for ballet enthusiasts and historians alike.
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