Description: (British Dancer, Choreographer, Teacher, and Director of Classical Ballet)
Dame Ninette de Valois was a prominent figure in ballet history, renowned for her roles as a dancer, teacher, choreographer, and director of classical ballet. She performed with the Ballets Russes before creating the Royal Ballet, a prestigious ballet company. Additionally, she established the Royal Ballet School and the Birmingham Royal Ballet. De Valois is recognized for her substantial impact on the ballet world and is commonly known as the "godmother" of English and Irish ballet.