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Dame Maggie Scott: A Life in Dance

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Early life and training

Dame Maggie Scott was born in London, England, on September 12, 1946. She began taking dance lessons at the age of three, and by the time she was 11, she was studying at the Royal Ballet School. She graduated from the school in 1964, and joined the Royal Ballet the following year.

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Career with the Royal Ballet

Dame Maggie Scott quickly rose through the ranks of the Royal Ballet, and became a principal dancer in 1969. She danced with the company for 20 years, during which time she performed many of the leading roles in the classical repertoire. She was particularly renowned for her performances in "Swan Lake," "Giselle," and "The Sleeping Beauty."

Choreographic career

In addition to her dancing career, Dame Maggie Scott also began choreographing ballets in the 1970s. Her first major work, "Enigma Variations," was created for the Royal Ballet in 1982. The ballet was a critical and commercial success, and it has since been performed by numerous companies around the world.

Dame Maggie Scott has continued to choreograph ballets throughout her career. Her works are known for their musicality, their emotional depth, and their technical brilliance. She has choreographed ballets for companies including the Royal Ballet, the American Ballet Theatre, and the New York City Ballet.

Awards and honors

Dame Maggie Scott has received numerous awards and honors for her work in dance. In 1995, she was awarded a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) for her services to dance. She has also received the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production, the Tony Award for Best Choreography, and the Kennedy Center Honors.

Legacy

Dame Maggie Scott is one of the most influential dancers and choreographers of our time. Her work has had a profound impact on the world of dance, and she continues to inspire dancers and audiences alike. She is a true icon of the dance world, and her legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.

Here are some of Dame Maggie Scott's most famous works:

* Enigma Variations (1982) * A Month in the Country (1983) * Manon (1984) * Mayerling (1985) * Cheri (1986) * The Judas Tree (1992) * Marguerite and Armand (1997) * The Sleeping Beauty (2003) * Swan Lake (2006)