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Website
American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Hall of Arts: Suzanne Farrell, Ballerina Extraordinair

For Students 9th - 10th
This website is devoted to Suzanne Farrell who was inducted in the Academy in 1987. This site has a profile, biography, and interview with the ballerina.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: December 1: Rosa Parks & Pas De Deux

For Students 9th - 10th
Two important events in U.S. history are described here. The first looks at Rosa Parks with quotes from Parks herself. The second looks at the New York City Ballet and the collaboration between Russian composer Igor Stravinsky and...
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Handout
Other

New York City Ballet: Company History: George Balanchine

For Students 9th - 10th
After his personal training in Europe, George Balanchine made history in the United States with his innovative contributions to the art of ballet choreography. His story and creation of the NYC Ballet are featured in his biography.