Autograph
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Autograph
Typescript with a signature and corrections in blue and violet ink, 3 pages of text, signature and seal ‘Serge Lifar Maitre de Ballet Aca- démie nationale de musique et de danse, print LiRor’. Accompanied by a handwritten letter to the head of the gala dinner at the Higher School of Commerce (HEC - Hautes Etudes Commerciales), for which the ballet was be adapted. Signature, date 26.1.53. In French. An article about the 3 act ballet "Cinema", revealing Serge Lifar's view on what is intended to reveal the choreography of his new ballet. In the article, Lifar discusses the importance of cinematography, how he sees the possibilities of using classical dance in lm, and also gives a number of indications about what items may be needed to decorate the hall. Premiere on March 5, 1953