The Varna International Ballet Competition is a biennial ballet competition held in Varna, Bulgaria.
[1] The competition was founded in 1964 and subsequently held in 1965 and 1966, and then every two years starting in 1968.
[1] Many dancers have gained their first international recognition at the competition.
[2] Since the contest is a fierce one, lasting half a month, the Varna International Ballet Competition has been called the "olympics of dance".
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