Yet he does not look or move like a Soviet dancer.

They have no time for the "preparations" for turns that all Soviet dancers need.

In the past, small groups of Soviet dancers have toured without Government subsidy.

With various hardships at home and greater freedom to travel, Soviet dancers are performing increasingly abroad.

"It was a privilege for a new generation of Soviet dancers to see how she works."

He said many of the leading young Soviet dancers were on tour.

In their first performances, the Soviet dancers were not always seen at their best.

There are even reports that a Soviet dancer may be invited as a guest.

The company did not announce in which ballets the Soviet dancers would appear.

Many years ago she was an important Soviet dancer who defected.