| The Nutcracker Backstage: The Story and the Magic Contributor(s): Whitehill, Angela (Author), Noble, William (Author), Whelan, Wendy (Introduction by) |
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ISBN: 0871272644 ISBN-13: 9780871272645 Publisher: Dance Horizons OUR PRICE: $26.96 Product Type: Hardcover Published: September 2004 Annotation: This inside look at the "The Nutcracker" combines both the story and insights into the performance, creating a rich complement to the classic ballet. Abundant illustrations and elaborate explanations of each character, from the Nutcracker Prince to Mother Ginger, provides an invaluable supplement to the ballet experience. The story behind Tchaikovsky's famous score and the elements of a quality performance are explained. The trials of auditioning and training are chronicled with the testimony of professional dancers, artistic directors, and choreographers who have been part of successful productions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Dance - Classical & Ballet |
| Dewey: 792.842 |
| LCCN: 2004047324 |
| Physical Information: 0.52" H x 9.56" W x 8.28" (1.31 lbs) 120 pages |
| Themes: - Holiday - Christmas |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This inside look at the The Nutcracker combines both the story and insights into the performance, creating a rich complement to the classic ballet. Abundant illustrations and elaborate explanations of each character, from the Nutcracker Prince to Mother Ginger, provides an invaluable supplement to the ballet experience. The story behind Tchaikovsky's famous score and the elements of a quality performance are explained. The trials of auditioning and training are chronicled with the testimony of professional dancers, artistic directors, and choreographers who have been part of successful productions. |