Janet Collins, OblSB (March 7, 1917 – May 28, 2003) was an African American prima ballerina, choreographer, and teacher. She performed on Broadway, in films, and appeared frequently …

Janet Collins (born March 7, 1917, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.—died May 28, 2003, Fort Worth, Texas) was an American ballet dancer and choreographer, acclaimed for the beauty of …

Today we are honored to share a glimpse into the life of a crucial figure in ballet history, Janet Collins. Ms. Collins was an accomplished and acclaimed dancer and choreographer who …

2014年3月3日 · In 1951 Janet Collins became the first black prima ballerina to perform with the Metropolitan Opera Ballet in New York City, New York. As such she broke one of the last …

Starring in the 1951 production of Cole Porter’s Out of This World, Collins won the Donaldson Award, signifying the best dancer on Broadway. She remained with the Met until 1954, …

Janet Collins (March 7, 1917 – May 28, 2003) was a ballerina, choreographer, and teacher who performed on Broadway, in films, and appeared frequently on television. She was the first …

2018年5月21日 · Janet Collins broke the color barrier in classical ballet when she became the first black prima ballerina to become a permanent member of New York's Metropolitan Opera. …

2003年5月31日 · Janet Collins, prima ballerina of the Metropolitan Opera House in the early 1950's and one of a very few black women to become prominent in American classical ballet, …

2020年11月24日 · Janet Collins’ story has paved the path for equality for many dancers of minority status. She went on to become an accomplished teacher, mentor, choreographer, and …

No black artist at Jacob’s Pillow during its early years confronted and overcame the exclusionary practices of the ballet world more than Janet Collins.