Diaghilev's Empire: How Russian Ballet Conquered the World

The book by a renowned critic and "incorrigible ballet lover" is not just a tribute to Sergey Diaghilev, an outstanding impresario, theater figure, and a famous personality of the Silver Age. Masterfully intertwining documentary facts and artistic elements, the author has created a vivid portrait of an entire era.

Among the heroes of the true story of the legendary troupe that changed the perception of dance and became a symbol of cultural revolution, there are many extraordinary artists, choreographers, dancers, composers, and impresarios. Stravinsky and Benois, Picasso and Nijinsky, Pavlova and Karsavina, Fokine and Bakst are just a few names that Christiansen uses to convey all the conflicts and complexities of the relationships between the people who created the glory of Russian ballet in the world, despite the most troubling times.

"Diaghilev's Empire" is not only a chronicle of creative triumphs but also an exploration of the influence of Russian ballet on world culture. The book will be a true revelation for all those interested in the history of art and musical theater.