Quote of the day
There are no countries in the world less known by the British than these selfsame British Islands, or where more strange things are every day occurring.
George Balanchine
Born: January 22, 1904
Died: April 30, 1983 (aged 79)
Bio: George Balanchine was one of the 20th century's most prominent choreographers. Styled as the father of American ballet, he co-founded the New York City Ballet and remained its Artistic Director for more than 35 years.