Robert Joffrey

1928–1988 (age 60)

Ballet dancer/Choreographer

Biography

Robert Joffrey (1928–1988) transformed the world of dance through his daring choreography and tireless leadership of the Joffrey Ballet.

Eulogized at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, he is remembered not only for his artistry but also for nurturing generations of dancers and audiences.

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