Books: Grace Under Pressure

[vrsfanatic]

What I find most interesting about books that include interviews with teachers and coaches is that there is a recognition that dancers do not do it all themselves. Most often the general public just assumes so and so is just such a genius yet when left on their own, many dancers can just have no taste or know what makes them look their best. I also will ad this bookk to my wish list through amazon.

 

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[Guest livin4ballet]

I am currently reading Grace Under Pressure. It truely is a wonderful book. Once you start reading it, it is very hard to put down!

Edited August 1, 2004 by livin4ballet

[Guest Lori64]

Fabulous book absolutely fascinating. I bought it last week and really can't put it down.

 

I love the honest approach Barbara Newman's interviewees give - and sucha wonderful insight into what makes a great ballet company great!

[thedriver]

Thank you mcrm55, I just ordered a copy from Amazon for DD’s teacher. I think it will make a perfect Christmas present.

[spankster]

I just ordered one as well. I'm so looking forward to reading this, it sounds excellent. Thanks for the tip.

[BW]

This book is apparently much easier to get a hold of now. Here's a discussion of it on Ballet Talk - Grace Under Pressure. The recommendations from people who've read it are very positive.

 

In May, Alexandra wrote

I just got it, and am reading it now. I agree with sandik's assessment -- and I'd add: read this book if you're interested in the process of ballet, what goes on in class and in the studios, how a dancer becomes a dancer, and how a ballet gets onto the stage...