Press Event: Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes, 1909-1929: When Art Danced with Music

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The Ballets Russes?the most innovative dance company of the 20th century?propelled the performing arts to new heights through groundbreaking collaborations between artists, composers, choreographers, dancers, and fashion designers, with such familiar names as Picasso, Stravinsky, Balanchine, Nijinsky, and Chanel, among many others. On view from May 12 through September 2, 2013, at the National Gallery of Art, Washington?the sole US venue?Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes, 1909?1929: When Art Danced with Music showcases some 135 original costumes, set designs, paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings, photographs, posters, and film clips in a theatrical multimedia installation in the East Building.