Ballet’s most mesmerising moments come to life across the pages of this scintillating visual guide, written in collaboration with ballet legend Viviana Durante. Readers are introduced to the most famous performers and enthralled by fascinating stories throughout, discovering more than 70 celebrated dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. The book explores renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet, traces the lives of ballet dancers across the centuries including Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell, and meets composers and choreographers from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to Matthew Bourne. Tracing ballet’s history all the way from its origins at court and the first dance institutes to the contemporary scene, this comprehensive yet accessible volume offers an unrivalled overview of the art form. Rarely seen photographs of key figures, pieces, and performances sit alongside compelling facts about each dance – their sources, production history, and reception over time – making for a sumptuous visual treat and an essential gift for any dance or ballet enthusiast.
ISBN 13: 9780241302316
Author: DK
