Maria Kochetkova

About

Russian-born dancer, most recognized as one of the Principal Dancers with the San Francisco Ballet.

Before Fame

She trained at the prestigious Bolshoi Ballet School in Russia for eight years before auditioning for a spot with a company.

Trivia

In 2002, she won the Prix de Lausanne, the top prize at the International Dance Competition in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Family Life

She was born in Moscow.

Associated With

She and pianist Alexei Lubimov were both born in Moscow.