The Nureyev Database — Gayane

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Nureyev details

Performance role
Debut in a role
Yes
Creative role
  • Performer

Other info

Venue
Kirov Theatre, Leningrad, USSR
Company
Kirov Ballet
Sources
  • Marilyn J La Vine (c) 2007 New York

Gayane

10 May and 28 June 1959

Nureyev had danced excerpts from this ballet in student performances but this was his debut in the piece as a professional dancer.

Works

Gayane

Choreography: Nina Anisimova

Music: Aram Khachaturian

Performance role: Armen

Debut performance of this role

Other performers: Ninel Kurgapkina (Gayane)