1962 – John Gilpin becomes director of London Festival Ballet

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The legendary John Gilpin, distraught as Albrecht in the centre of this picture, in Festival Ballet’s production of Giselle. Since its creation in 1841 Giselle has captured the imagination of every generation of ballet lovers.

John Gilpin, a major star with London Festival Ballet, was appointed the company’s new director in 1962. He remained in position until 1965.

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