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Lincoln Edward Kirstein (May 4, 1907 – January 5, 1996) was an American writer, impresario, art connoisseur, philanthropist, and cultural figure in New York City, noted especially as co-founder of the New York City Ballet. He developed and sustained the company with his organizing ability and fundraising for more than four decades, serving as the company's general director from 1946 to 1989. According to the New York Times, he was "an expert in many fields", organizing art exhibits and lecture tours in the same years.
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Introduction
New York-based cultural impresario and cofounder of the New York City Ballet for which he served as director from 1949-1989. Kirstein enlisted in the U.S. Army during WWII and played a role in the discovery of works of art looted by the Nazis. His published works include poetry, novels, and criticism.
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American
Gender
Male
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Artist, Connoisseur, Patron, Impresario, Writer, Collector, Photographer, Owner, Philanthropist
Names
Lincoln Kirstein, Lincoln Edward Kirstein
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