Yoko Morishita: Prima Ballerina Still Dancing at 78
Yoko Morishita, the prima ballerina of Japan's Matsuyama Ballet Company, continues her career at age 78. She performed with Rudolf Nureyev 200 times and toured with Margot Fonteyn. Morishita, who turns 78 in December, has been dancing for 75 years.
Key facts
- Yoko Morishita is prima ballerina of Matsuyama Ballet Company
- She will turn 78 in December
- She performed with Rudolf Nureyev 200 times
- She toured with Margot Fonteyn
- She has had a 75-year career
Entities
Artists
- Yoko Morishita
- Rudolf Nureyev
- Margot Fonteyn
Institutions
- Matsuyama Ballet Company
- The Wall Street Journal
Locations
- Japan