Ballet Icon Ray Barra Passes Away at 95

The celebrated dancer and choreographer, pivotal to the 'Stuttgart Ballet Miracle,' is remembered for redefining masculinity in ballet.

Ray Barra, a renowned ballet dancer and choreographer, died at his home in Marbella, Spain, at the age of 95.
He was instrumental in the 'Stuttgart Ballet Miracle' of the 1960s, creating iconic roles under choreographer John Cranko.
Barra transitioned to choreography and direction after a career-ending injury in 1966, leaving a global legacy in ballet.
His work included significant contributions to Deutsche Oper Berlin, Bayerisches Staatsballett, and other leading institutions.
Tributes from the global ballet community highlight his transformative influence on the art form and his redefinition of male roles in dance.