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S28·E6 Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun

Episode
Season 28, Episode 6
Air Date
June 20, 2014
Runtime
90 minutes
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired June 20, 2014 90 min
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Synopsis

Tanaquil Le Clercq (1929–2000) was a star ballerina with the New York City Ballet who greatly influenced choreographers George Balanchine (her husband) and Jerome Robbins (her friend). Filmmaker Nancy Buirski spotlights Le Clercq’s ballet career, influence on dance, and her struggle with polio, which paralyzed her at the height of her fame.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 28 Episode 6 of American Masters air?

Season 28, Episode 6 ('Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun') originally aired on June 20, 2014.

How long is Season 28 Episode 6 ('Tanaquil Le Clercq: Afternoon of a Faun')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 90 minutes.

What happens in American Masters Season 28 Episode 6?

Tanaquil Le Clercq (1929–2000) was a star ballerina with the New York City Ballet who greatly influenced choreographers George Balanchine (her husband) and Jerome Robbins (her friend). Filmmaker Nancy Buirski spotlights Le Clercq’s ballet career, influence on dance, and her struggle with polio, whic...

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