What is Mikhail Baryshnikov's nationality?
Q: What is Mikhail Baryshnikov's nationality?
A: Mikhail Baryshnikov is a Russian-American dancer, choreographer, and actor. He was born in Latvia to Russian parents during the time of the Soviet Union and later became an American citizen.
Q: Where did he work after defecting from the Kirov Ballet?
A: After defecting from the Kirov Ballet at the Mariinsky Theatre, Leningrad, he moved to Canada for more opportunities in western dance. He then worked full-time in the New York City Ballet under the direction of George Balanchine.
Q: When did he become an American citizen?
A: Baryshnikov asked for political asylum in Toronto while on tour with the Kirov Ballet in 1974 and became an American citizen in 1986.
Q: What awards has he won?
A: He has won three Emmy Awards throughout his career as a dancer and choreographer.
Q: How has he contributed to dance?
A: Part of his significance is that he danced both classical ballet and modern dance. From 1978 onwards, he worked full-time in classical ballet but also founded his own company which moved towards modern dance.
Q: Has he ever performed on television?
A: Yes, Baryshnikov has danced many times on television in North America throughout his career as a dancer and choreographer.
