The Royal Book Of Ballet
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| Author | : Zoë Anderson |
| Publisher | : Faber & Faber |
| Total Pages | : 281 |
| Release | : 2011-02-17 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 057126090X |
This book is a perceptive and critical account of the first 75 years of The Royal Ballet, tracing the company's growth, and its great cultural importance - an indispensable book for all lovers of ballet. In 1931, Ninette de Valois started a ballet company with just six dancers. Within twenty years, The Royal Ballet - as it became - was established as one of the world's great companies. It has produced celebrated dancers, from Margot Fonteyn to Darcey Bussell, and one of the richest repertoires in ballet. The company danced through the Blitz, won an international reputation in a single New York performance and added to the glamour of London's Swinging Sixties. It has established a distinctive English school of ballet, a pure classical style that could do justice to the 19th-century repertory and to new British classics. Leading dance critic, Zoë Anderson, vividly portrays the extraordinary personalities who created the company and the dancers who made such an impact on their audiences. She looks at the bad times as well as the good, examining the controversial directorships of Norman Morrice and Ross Stretton and the criticism fired at the company as the Royal Opera House closed for redevelopment.
| Author | : Bill Cooper |
| Publisher | : Oberon Books |
| Total Pages | : 184 |
| Release | : 2019-11-26 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 9781786825797 |
This beautifully produced new Royal Ballet branded book with photographs by Bill Cooper is a collection of exclusive photographs which shines the spotlight on Swan Lake. These exquisite photos feature some of the finest dancers on stage today and give an exclusive insight into the Royal Ballet's work. Swan Lake was Tchaikovsky's first score for the ballet. Given its status today as arguably the best-loved and most admired of all classical ballets, it is perhaps surprising that at its premiere in 1877 Swan Lake was poorly received. It is thanks to the 1895 production by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov that Swan Lake has become part of not only ballet consciousness but also wider popular culture. That success is secured not only by the sublime, symphonic sweep of Tchaikovsky's score but also by the striking choreographic contrasts between Petipa's royal palace scenes and the lyric lakeside scenes created by Ivanov. Swan Lake has had a special role in the repertory of The Royal Ballet since 1934. Since then there has been a succession of productions, the most recent of which was overseen by Anthony Dowell. The 2019 Season sees a new production with additional choreography by ROH Artist-in-Residence Liam Scarlett. Scarlett, while remaining faithful to the Petipa-Ivanov text, will bring fresh eyes to the staging of this classic ballet, in collaboration with his long-term designer John Macfarlane.
| Author | : Alexandra Moss |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 9780448442518 |
Being with Luke consumes Ellie's time, but when she is cast in the Royal Opera House's Christmas ballet, juggling homework, friends, rehearsals, and a boyfriend becomes too difficult and she must make a heart-wrenching decision.
| Author | : Andrej Uspenski |
| Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 144 |
| Release | : 2013-08-28 |
| Genre | : Photography |
| ISBN | : 1783194308 |
This beautifully produced new book by Royal Ballet dancer Andrej Uspenski is a collection of exclusive photographs which shines the spotlight on ballet, the most beautiful of art forms. These exquisite photographs feature some of the finest dancers on stage today, bringing the reader into the magical world of ballet. As a Royal Ballet dancer himself, Andrej Uspenski has a unique perspective on photographic composition of dance imagery, as well as unrivalled access not only to the Royal Ballet's productions, but also to the dancers who perform in them. This gives the reader an exclusive insight in to the Royal Ballet's work. Dancers includes exclusive, backstage photographs, as well as a number of breathtaking images taken from the wings during live stage performances, making this a unique photographic record, perfect for all ballet fans.
| Author | : Katharine Holabird |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 32 |
| Release | : 2022-12-13 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1665926333 |
The classic bestselling Angelina Ballerina picture book about two young bridesmaids trying to make it to the royal wedding in time is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition! Angelina and Princess Sophie are going to be bridesmaids at the most important event in all of Mouseland—the royal wedding. But when the big day arrives, Angelina and Sophie are so busy exploring they accidentally get stuck in an old tower in the palace gardens! Will anyone come to their rescue in time for them to get to the wedding? © 2022 Helen Craig Ltd and Katharine Holabird. The Angelina Ballerina name and character and the dancing Angelina logo are trademarks of HIT Entertainment Limited, Katharine Holabird, and Helen Craig.
| Author | : DARCEY BUSSELL |
| Publisher | : National Geographic Books |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2006-04-03 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 0756619335 |
Does the poise, grace, and beauty of a prima ballerina take your breath away? Ever dreamt of landing that perfect pirouette? Covering everything from basic positions to the finesse of a pas de deux, this inspiring book will help your child pursue the elegant dance form of ballet. Perfect your port de bras and learn how to dance adagio and allegro. You will even find out the best way to look after your ballet shoes and ensure your make up is just right for your first night on stage. Using gorgeous photos of ballet dancers and easy-to-follow instructions, one of the world’s finest ballet dancers Darcey Bussell will teach you various poses, jumps, and exercises, as well as advanced moves and pointework. You will also discover folk and character dancing and read about the great choreographers and composers throughout ballet's history. The Ballet Book beautifully illustrates the world of ballet with captivating notes on classical techniques, the evolution of the dance form, the world’s greatest dancers, and a fascinating look on what goes on behind the scene. Budding ballet dancers, this one's for you!
| Author | : Alexandra Moss |
| Publisher | : Hippo Bks |
| Total Pages | : 224 |
| Release | : 2005-07 |
| Genre | : Ballet dancing |
| ISBN | : 9780439959698 |
Nine-year-old Clara has won a place at a top London ballet school - it's what she's always wanted, but as well as excitement there are nerves too - what if all the other girls are better than her? And what about the friends she's leaving behind...? Book Two: There's a new French ballet mistress, and for some reason she seems to have singled out Clara for criticism. Clara is mystified and upset, but how can she prove to the teacher that she's as talented as everyone else?
| Author | : DK |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2019-01-15 |
| Genre | : Music |
| ISBN | : 1465483497 |
This DK visual guide to ballet history goes beyond other ballet books, with beautiful photography that captures famous dancers and key stories. Discover more than 70 of the most famous ballet dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. Learn the stories behind renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet. Explore the lives and achievements of dancers across the centuries, such as Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell. Meet composers and choreographers, from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to Matthew Bourne. From its origins at court and the first national ballet companies, to the contemporary scene and extraordinary venues that stage the productions, this book covers an impressive history of ballet and provides an invaluable overview of the subject. Filled with rarely seen photographs covering all the key figures, pieces, and performances, and compelling facts about each dance--the sources they draw from, their production history, and their reception over time--Ballet: The Definitive Illustrated Story is an essential gift for all ballet enthusiasts.
| Author | : Alexandra Moss |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Ballet dancers |
| ISBN | : 9780448442501 |
Now in Year 8 at at the Royal Ballet School, Ellie tries to make the new girl in her class feel welcome while also learning how to deal with her new feelings for her classmate, Luke.
| Author | : Alexandra Moss |
| Publisher | : Hippo Bks |
| Total Pages | : 219 |
| Release | : 2006 |
| Genre | : Ballerinas |
| ISBN | : 9780439959797 |
Ellie has won her place at the Royal Ballet School - it's the most exciting thing ever. What could be better than dancing nearly every single day? But life doesn't always run smoothly for Ellie and her friends... An insider's view of life at the Royal Ballet School - with all the drama and excitement of training for the stage. BOOK SIX: Grace is a real perfectionist, but feels she can never do well enough for her ambitious mother. As the end of year performance approaches, all the Year 7 students are feeling the pressure, but is Grace's need to excel getting out of hand?
