Sergei Diaghilev (1872–1929) was a Russian art critic, patron, ballet impresario, and founder of the legendary Ballets Russes. He is widely credited with revolutionizing ballet in the early 20th century by combining innovative choreography, music, and visual arts.
Biography[]
Indiana Jones encountered Sergei Diaghilev while working as a spy in May 1917. After approving Jones's legs, Diaghilev cast him as an eunuch in his production of Scherazade.[1]
Behind the scenes[]
Sergei Diaghilev was portrayed by the late William Hootkins in The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles episode "Barcelona, May 1917", later edited into Espionage Escapades.[1] Hootkins had previously portrayed Major Eaton in Raiders of the Lost Ark.[2]
Appearances[]
- The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles – "Barcelona, May 1917" (First appearance) → Espionage Escapades
- The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles – "Young Indiana Jones and the Scandal of 1920" → Scandal of 1920 (Mentioned only)
Sources[]
- "Uncovering the History Behind Young Indy Part Two" - The Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine 17
Chapter 14: Espionage Escapades on IndianaJones.com (backup link on Archive.org)- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones Media Kit
- The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Volume Two, The War Years
- Impresario - Sergei Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes (Non-fiction source)
