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Balanchine's Apprentice: From Hollywood to New York and Back

Balanchine's Apprentice: From Hollywood to New York and Back - Hardcover

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Availability:In StockContributor:John CliffordPublish date:2021-09-28Pages:324
Language:EnglishPublisher:University Press of FloridaISBN-13:9780813069005ISBN-10:813069009UPC:9780813069005Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Entertainment & Performing Arts, DanceBook Topic:History & Criticism, Classical & BalletSize:9.25 x 6.33 x 0.98 inchesWeight:1.3007Product ID:SCMVZS98PT

A talented young dancer and his brilliant teacher

In this long-awaited memoir, dancer and choreographer John Clifford offers a highly personal look inside the day-to-day operations of the New York City Ballet and its creative mastermind, George Balanchine. Balanchine's Apprentice is the story of Clifford--an exceptionally talented artist--and the guiding inspiration for his life's work in dance.

Growing up in Hollywood with parents in show business, Clifford acted in television productions such as The Danny Kaye Show, The Dinah Shore Show, and Death Valley Days. He recalls the beginning of his obsession with ballet: At age 11 he was cast as the Prince in a touring production of The Nutcracker. The director was none other than the legendary Balanchine, who would eventually invite Clifford to New York City and shape his career as both a mentor and artistic example.

During his dazzling tenure with the New York City Ballet, Clifford danced the lead in 47 works, several created for him by Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, and others. He partnered famous ballerinas including Gelsey Kirkland and Allegra Kent. He choreographed eight ballets for the company, his first at age 20. He performed in Russia, Germany, France, and Canada. Afterward, he returned to the West Coast to found the Los Angeles Ballet, where he continued to innovate based on the Balanchine technique.

In this book, Clifford provides firsthand insight into Balanchine's relationships with his dancers, including Suzanne Farrell. Examining his own attachment to his charismatic teacher, Clifford explores questions of creative influence and integrity. His memoir is a portrait of a young dancer who learned and worked at lightning speed, who pursued the calls of art and genius on both coasts of America and around the world.

Language:EnglishPublisher:University Press of FloridaISBN-13:9780813069005ISBN-10:813069009UPC:9780813069005Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Performing ArtsBook Subcategory:Entertainment & Performing Arts, DanceBook Topic:History & Criticism, Classical & BalletSize:9.25 x 6.33 x 0.98 inchesWeight:1.3007Product ID:SCMVZS98PT
Clifford, John: - John Clifford was a principal dancer and choreographer with the New York City Ballet from 1966 to 1974, leaving to found the Los Angeles Ballet at age 27. He choreographs for film, television, and theater and has staged Balanchine's and his own ballets internationally.
Publisher: University Press of Florida

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