Anna Pavlova was a famous Russian ballerina who is widely regarded as one of the greatest dancers of all time. She is best known for her performance of the role of The Dying Swan and for popularizing the ballet piece Pavlova of Ballet. Pavlova of Ballet was choreographed by Michel Fokine in 1906 and is based on the life of the legendary ballerina. ANNA Pavlova's legacy lives on today, with her name being synonymous with the art of ballet.