Agrippina Vaganova was a prominent Russian ballet dancer and teacher, born on June 26, 1879, in St. Petersburg, Russia. She is best known for developing the Vaganova method, a training system that combines elements of classical ballet with a focus on expressiveness and artistry. This method has significantly influenced ballet education worldwide. Vaganova's career began at the Imperial Ballet School, where she trained and later performed. After retiring from dancing, she dedicated her life to teaching and choreographing, shaping the next generation of dancers. Her contributions to ballet continue to be celebrated and studied in dance institutions globally.