Yuri Grigorovich: The Curtain Falls on a Ballet Legend

Renowned Russian ballet choreographer Yuri Grigorovich, famed for his work with the Bolshoi Ballet, has passed away at 98. Known for productions of Spartacus and Romeo and Juliet, Grigorovich shaped the Bolshoi's legacy. Despite challenges post-USSR, he remained influential, creating new companies and receiving top awards.

Russian ballet maestro Yuri Grigorovich, revered as one of the 20th century's greatest choreographers, has died at 98, according to the Bolshoi Theatre.

In his tenure as artistic director of the Bolshoi Ballet from 1964 to 1995, his notable works like Spartacus and Romeo and Juliet, propelled the company to international acclaim.

Though the collapse of the Soviet Union presented challenges, Grigorovich's influence endured as he founded a new ballet company and returned to the Bolshoi in 2008.

(With inputs from agencies.)