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Sokolova, Lydia
(skl´v) (KEY) , 18961974, English ballerina, b. Wanstead, as Hilda Munnings. Trained at Stedmans Academy in London, Sokolova joined the Diaghilev Ballets Russes in 1913 and became the companys principal character dancer until it disbanded in 1929. She then retired to teach and coach in England.