Margot Fonteyn was an acclaimed British prima ballerina known for her celebrated partnership with Rudolf Nureyev and her foundational work with The Royal Ballet. She starred in classic filmed performances of Swan Lake and Romeo and Juliet, defining classical dance on screen throughout the mid-20th century.
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Margot Fonteyn was a renowned British prima ballerina who spent her career with The Royal Ballet and became internationally celebrated for her partnership with Rudolf Nureyev.
She is celebrated for definitive filmed performances of classical ballets including Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet, and Ondine.
She spent her entire career dancing with The Royal Ballet and Sadler's Wells Ballet in London. Explore her complete filmography on Mood.
