During her performing career , she was considered the prima ballerina assoluta of South African ballet .
Dulcie Howes ( 31 December 1908 -- 19 March 1993 ) was a South African ballet dancer , teacher , choreographer , and company director .
During Dulcie Howes ' performing career , Dulcie Howes was considered the prima ballerina assoluta South African   African ballet .
Dulcie Howes ( 31 December 1908 -- 19 March 1993 ) was a South African ballet dancer , teacher , choreographer , and company director .