Nureyev exhibition in San Francisco

Rudolf Nureyev: A Life in Dance

October 6, 2012 - February 17, 2013

This special exhibition is dedicated to the life and work of the legendary dancer and choreographer Rudolf Nureyev (1938–1993). It will showcase more than 80 costumes and 50 photographs from the dancer’s personal collection, entrusted to the Centre national du costume de scène by the Rudolf Nureyev Foundation, and will incorporate key loans from active ballet companies.
The Soviet-born Nureyev was a rising star in his native country before he defected to France in 1963. He was soon recognized worldwide as the most magnificent and charismatic dancer of his time. Incredibly driven, he traveled the world to work with leading figures in the dance world in order to absorb their techniques and to promote Soviet dance. Nureyev loved sumptuous shows and was particular about his costumes, often imposing changes and improvements. The costumes on view expose the wear and tear of daily use, bearing witness to the lives and bodies of Nureyev and his partners Margot Fonteyn, Noella Pontois and so many others.

For more info:  de Young Museum, San Francisco: http://deyoung.famsf.org/deyoung/exhibitions/rudolf-nureyev-life-dance

	Panel Discussion: "The Life and Work of Rudolf Nureyev" Sat, Oct 6; 10am   de Young’s Koret Auditorium Leaders of SF Ballet, including Artistic Director & Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson and other special guests will discuss their memories of Nureyev and the artist’s lasting impact on the dance world. Check out the event page on the de Young website for a full list of panelists and special guests. Capacity for the panel discussion is extremely limited, so don’t delay, buy tickets today! Friends of SF Ballet can receive $10 off admission to the panel by using code NureyevSFB when purchasing tickets online, in person, or by phone. PLEASE NOTE: Sat, Oct 6 is the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival in Golden Gate Park. Please allow time for parking, or use public transportation. For more information and a full list of events around this exciting collaboration, visit the de Young website.