Ferri, Olga (1928–)

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Ferri, Olga (1928–)

Argentinean ballet dancer. Born 1928 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

As a child, trained and danced under Esmee Bulnes at Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires; joined Bulnes' company and danced principal roles in Fokine revivals, including Les Sylphides, as well as in classical ballets such as The Nutcracker, Swan Lake and Coppélia; performed throughout Europe for several years including at Munich State Opera, Berlin State Ballet, and London Festival Ballet; appeared in tv film "The Life and Loves of Fanny Elssler"; returned to Argentina and Teatro Colón (1962), where she served as director after retiring from performance career.