Mia Slavenska, A Dancer's Odyssey Trailer

A trailer for the upcoming feature documentary of Mia Slavenska's life. Exiled as a dancer from Croatia she swept Paris as WWII began, and came to America with the celebrated Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, started her own company where she created the ballet for "A Streetcar Named Desire". A life of beauty, tumult and creative force. Produced by Maria Ramas. Directed by Maria Ramas, Kate Johnson & Michael Masucci. For info visit www.slavenskadancepreservation.org

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Film & Animation

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• documentary
• film
• ballerina
• ballet
• Ballet Russe
• trailer
• Slavenska
• Croatia
• Mia
• Corac
• Ballet
• Russe

[Ksenci0001]

Croatiia will never forget your mum Mia! We are very proud of her. She is born in the same place I come from and the people there and my mum always talk about her greatness. But I am sad about that the documentary of her life will be in english so my mother need a perfect translate.

[MediaMaven11]

Thank you so much for your kind thoughts. It has been a wonderful discovery to see that Mia is remembered in her beloved Croatia. There will be subtitles in Croatian, so not to worry, your mother will be able to understand.  Thank you for your support!

[gcastil]

I was one of Mia students first at Cal Arts in the early eighties then as a private student we were very close all the way up until I got married to a fellow dancer whom Mia said would bring me down, and she was right as always. I miss you Mia, classes with you and Gloria made my life magic- I miss you and I hope your life story will enrich the lives of many as your life and teachings enriched mine. I have kept your technique book as promised and may you dance in heaven.

[MediaMaven11]

Thanks so much for your beautiful message. We were curious about the technique book you mentioned. Could you tell us more about it? We also would love to know more about your time with Mia as a student. We are so happy that the Mia's story is opening up so many wonderful stories and connections to her dancers and students.

[jkircher314]

When will this be released?

[MediaMaven11]

Thanks so much for your question.

We are looking at a 2009 release date.

We'll announce as we get closer as to the exact date.

We are currently set to finish filming in Croatia this summer.

[LosAngelesYogaNidra]

She's beautiful:) -Aurora

[Ksenci0001]

Everytime I watch this trailer I am so sad cause I will never see her dance for real. Our lovely Mia dance in heaven now.

[deannashm]

Great work!

[HeidiKDance]

My teacher also studied with her and talks about her often. I can't wait to see this. I'm so happy this was made!

[gcastil]

If I remember correctly Mia said she was writing a book what ever became of it.

[jkircher314]

I can't wait to see this documentary - it looks sensational!