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In 1985, Laine was appointed the
Artistic Director of the Finnish National Ballet, where she served until 1992. During her tenure, she broadened the company's repertoire by premiering several works by Finnish ballet composers. She is also known for having created opportunities for young, upcoming
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Doris Laine was born to a working-class family in
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Over the years, Laine choreographed numerous productions at the
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Laine trained at the ballet school of the Ballet of
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