Who succeeded Marius Petipa as Ballet Master of the Mariinsky Ballet?
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After Marius Petipa's remarkable tenure as Ballet Master of the Mariinsky Ballet, the prestigious role was entrusted to Pavel Gerdt in 1903. Gerdt, an accomplished dancer and choreographer himself, had been a prominent figure in the St. Petersburg ballet scene for decades. With his profound understanding of classical ballet and unique choreographic style, Gerdt continued Petipa's legacy, preserving the traditions while infusing innovative ideas into the Mariinsky's repertoire.
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