British Ballerina Margot Fonteyn was considered past her prime when the young male dancer, Rudolf Nureyev, defected from Russia and selected Fonteyn to be his partner.

Oct 8, 2009 - Teresa Knudsen

As a royal and a celebrity in her own right, Diana had unparalleled opportunities to meet the stars of rock, music, film, theatre, opera and ballet.

Apr 12, 2010 - Brenda Ralph Lewis

Ballet is one of the most beautiful and graceful forms of dance. Read on to learn more about the basics of ballet.

Jan 10, 2010 - Liberty Kontranowski

Outstanding exhibition explores historical and modern hat design and production. Discover the etiquette of hat wearing and see which style or colour suits which face.

Mar 19, 2009 - Frances Spiegel

This historic London theatre offers more than just performances. Tours, exhibits, workshops and free concerts will keep the whole family entertained.

May 17, 2008 - Helen McCarthy

After the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917 thousands of ant-Communist Russians were stateless and homeless. They all flocked to Shanghai, China and a new life.

Jul 27, 2009 - Eric Niderost

The most recent National Trust acquisition in North-east England is the last, and perhaps finest English Baroque creation of architect Sir John Vanbrugh.

Oct 13, 2010 - Anthony Toole

Fred Astaire's meticulous and seemingly effortless dance style, as well as his own choreography, inspires other choreographers and dancers.

Feb 16, 2011 - Richard Chipchase