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Russian Orientalism and the Ballet Russe
by Laurel Victoria Gray
An exploration of the impact Russian Orientalism on 20th century ballet.
Many of the twentieth century’s notions about Eastern dance came not from the Arab world, but from Russia. The most notable and successful exporter of pseudo-oriental dance was the Ballet Russe, the legendary company that enchanted the world with its portrayals of forbidden harems and provocative temptresses.
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