About Marguerite Thoresen
Lived 1908 – 1967 (aged 58–59). Marguerite Thoresen was a Norwegian choreographer, ballet dancer and dancer.
Rita Tori in 1929, one year before her debut in the Monte Carlo Opera.
Rita Tori (born Marguerite Thoresen; 17 June 1908 – 16 August 1967) was an internationally noted Norwegian ballet dancer, instructor and choreographer.
Early life, family and education She was born to Norwegian parents living in Shanghai, China. Her father, Olaf Thoresen (1870–1937), managed a Chinese-based Norwegian trading company, Det Oversøiske Compagnie ("The Overseas Company"; known in China as Ku Ti Sang).
Among her students were Anne Borg, Jorunn Kirkenær, , and .
Personal life and demise She died in Norway in 1967. She was awarded the Norwegian King's Medal of Merit posthumously.
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Who was Marguerite Thoresen?
Norwegian ballet dancer
When was Marguerite Thoresen born?
Marguerite Thoresen was born on 17 June 1908 in Shanghai.
When did Marguerite Thoresen die?
Marguerite Thoresen died in 1967 in Oslo, Oslo Municipality.
What was Marguerite Thoresen's occupation?
Marguerite Thoresen was a choreographer, ballet dancer and dancer.
What nationality was Marguerite Thoresen?
Marguerite Thoresen was Norwegian.
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