The Lilac Fairy
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Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty: a beginner’s guide in pictures
4. The Lilac Fairy
The Lilac Fairy. She's one of the most powerful of the fairies and one of the most important characters in the ballet. She’s about to give the baby her gift when… Pictured: Alexandra Ansanelli dancing with The Royal Ballet. John D Mchugh/AFP/Getty Images
