Second International Dance Competition Serge Lifar Ganna Reznik The biggest, heart-stirring surprise was reserved for the Russian dancer from the "Renaissance Ballet", Ganna Reznik. Nina Vyroubova was struck by her resemblance to Olga Spessivtseva, who may have been one of the most moving Giselle's ever. In fact, the role suits her perfectly. In her quiet, precise, efficient performance, there is a very particular ambiance, involving a mixture of poetry and emotion. The way she held her neck and arms, the way she leapt, were emotionally overwhelming. She succeeded in mastering Auber's oh-so-difficult pas de deux with brilliance and panache.

I think, if Serge Lifar had presided over the jury, he would have cherished the opportunity, with his characteristic enthusiasm, to invite her to perform some of his finest ballets.

Michel Odin