Balanchine, George - Signed Pointe Shoe [HISTORY] American soprano (1895-1986) who was

American soprano (1895-1986) who was called the "baby Patti" of her time

signed on an insert (postcard from the Vienna Festival 1979 depicting Vienna Konzerthaus)

in the title role of Bellini's Norma

Belgian-born German film actress (1913-2013)

Original stage sheet page from teatro La Scala

Balanchine, George - Signed Pointe Shoe [HISTORY] American soprano (1895-1986) who wasGeorgian born American choreographer (1904 1983), one of the most influential figures, co founder of the New York City Ballet and was its artistic director for over 35 years. One children pointe shoe, in black leather, signed by Balanchine inside, on the insole. It was signed after a dress rehearsal of The Nutcracker. Worn in performance by a child. Size is approx. 8. 25 x 3 inches, in very good condition. Autographs of Balanchine are rare.