Galina Ulanova 1910 – 1998

Biography

Galina Ulanova was born on January 8, 1910, in Saint Petersburg, during a transformative period in Russian cultural history. She would go on to become one of the Soviet Union’s most celebrated ballet dancers, leaving an indelible mark on the art form through her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.

Throughout her career, Ulanova distinguished herself as a principal dancer whose artistry and technical mastery earned her recognition throughout the Soviet ballet world. Her performances captivated audiences and influenced generations of dancers who followed in her footsteps. She remained an active and respected figure in Russian ballet during much of the twentieth century.

Ulanova spent her later years in Moscow, where she continued to be involved in the ballet community. She passed away on March 21, 1998, at the age of eighty-eight. Her contributions to ballet were honored by her burial at Novodevichy Cemetery, one of Russia’s most prestigious final resting places, a testament to the esteem in which she was held in her homeland.