Lorraine Elizabeth Graves (5 October 1957 – 21 March 2024) was an American ballerina and teacher.
[4] Graves received her early education from the Lake Taylor High School.
[4] Upon moving to New York City, Graves joined the Dance Theatre of Harlem and quickly became a principal dancer.
[4] Her notable performances included roles in a Creole version of Giselle set in Louisiana, Stravinsky's Firebird, and Balanchine's The Four Temperaments.
[4] Graves retired from performing in 1996 due to a lupus diagnosis but continued teaching ballet at the Governor's School for the Arts in Virginia for over 20 years.