Definition
Sergei Diaghilev was a Russian art critic, patron, and ballet impresario who founded the Ballets Russes. He was a pivotal figure in modern ballet. π©° He discovered and promoted some of the greatest talents in the art world. Think of him as the ultimate talent scout and producer. Diaghilev commissioned groundbreaking works from composers like Stravinsky and artists like Picasso. His influence on dance and art is profound. He changed how we see ballet.