Alessandra Ferri
Principal Dancer
Born May 6, 1963 in Milan, Italy (63 years old)
Ballet
Alessandra Ferri OMRI is an Italian prima ballerina. She danced with the Royal Ballet (1980–1984), American Ballet Theatre (1985–2007) and La Scala Theatre Ballet (1992–2007) and as an international guest artist, before temporarily retiring on 10 August 2007, aged 44, then returning in 2013. She has been referred to by some publications as a prima ballerina assoluta.
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Career Trajectory
Alessandra Ferri rose from La Scala Ballet to international prominence as a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet and American Ballet Theatre, becoming renowned for her dramatic intensity and psychological depth in classical roles. Her career spanned decades of distinguished performances, including iconic interpretations of Juliet, Manon, and Giselle, and her collaborations with major choreographers such as Kenneth MacMillan and Wayne McGregor established her as a defining dancer of her generation. She achieved the rare distinction of Prima Ballerina Assoluta, a title reflecting her sustained excellence and artistic significance at the highest level of classical ballet.
Career Highlight
Appointed Prima Ballerina Assoluta, the highest rank in classical ballet, recognizing her sustained artistic excellence and significance as one of the most accomplished dramatic dancers of her generation.
Training & Education
Royal Ballet School
Principal Houses
Engagements
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