Hubert I. Stowitts

Born

1892-06-26

Died

1953-02-08

Birthplace

Rushville, Nebraska, USA

Biography

Hubert Stowitts, the first American star of the Russian ballet, danced for several years as Anna Pavlova's partner. Stowitts was also a choreographer and a designer of sets and costumes whose work was deeply influenced by traditional Indian and Chinese dance. (Getty)