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Ballet: The Definitive Illustrated Story

by DK

Ballet across the centuries, in pictures and context

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Ballet across the centuries, in pictures and context

Tracing ballet from its court origins to the contemporary scene, this illustrated history brings together more than 70 celebrated works, major companies, and the dancers, composers, and choreographers associated with them. Entries on dances such as *Swan Lake*, *The Nutcracker*, and *The Rite of Spring* include details about their sources, production histories, and reception over time. Photographs of figures, performances, and works give the volume a visual structure, while its broad historical scope connects individual productions to the development of ballet as a dance form.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • For readers interested in ballet history and its development across eras.
  • For dance enthusiasts curious about celebrated ballets, companies, performers, composers, and choreographers.
  • For readers who enjoy illustrated reference books about the performing arts.

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Ballet historyDance and performanceChoreography and compositionBallet companies and performers

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Book overview

Uncover the most mesmerizing moments in ballet history with this scintillating visual guide.

Written with ballet legend Viviana Durante, this book will introduce you to the most famous performers and enthrall you with fascinating stories.

Discover more than 70 celebrated dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. Learn about renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet. Explore the lives of ballet dancers across the centuries, such as Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell, and meet composers and choreographers, including the likes of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Matthew Bourne.

Tracing the history of ballet all the way from its origins at court and the first institutes to the contemporary scene, this comprehensive yet accessible volume offers an unrivaled overview of this dance form.

Rarely seen photographs covering key figures, pieces, and performances, alongside compelling facts about each dance - the sources they draw from, their production history, and their reception over time - make for a sumptuous visual treat and an essential gift for all dance and ballet enthusiasts.
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