Serge Pavlovich Diaghilev (1872- 1929) was a man whose unique character and driving ambition caused a ferment in European culture. His greatest achievement was his dance company – the Ballets Russes. Created a century ago, the productions of the Ballets Russes revolutionised early 20th-century arts and continue to influence cultural activity today, having worked with Picasso, Miro, Chanel, Poiret among other top-creative minds of the early 20th century.
Diaghilev shared his family's love of music and as his early career involved creating Russia's first fine art periodical he was introduced to many practising artists. When opportunity led him to Paris he recognised the potential to revitalise the dance scene by commissioning productions from the finest artists, choreographers and composers, so that art would dance with music in the theatre.
This is the last week to enjoy this exhibition held at the Caixa Forum centre in Barcelona.
