Starlet: Photographs from the Hollywood Front Lines is an homage to the starlets who risked it all. Many became superstars-some may be recognized while others existed so ephemerally only these beautiful images and the dreams they represent remain. But, they dared and they risked everything. Striking, adventuresome, sexy, fresh, vulnerable, ...
This definitive book for learning and appreciating ballet goes behind the scenes to the classes, rehearsals, and performances that have shaped the prestigious American Ballet Theatre. 300+ full-color and B&W illustrations.
Offering an intimate glimpse of America's most fabled vacation island, this title explores the Gay Head Cliffs, weathered clapboard houses, haunting sunsets and picturesque lighthouses that define Martha's Vineyard.
What little girl doesn't dream of becoming a ballerina? This book follows a promising young dancer as she goes through her routine, from doing her hair and learning how to wear pointe shoes to teaching some basics to an even younger dancer. Full color.
In this oversized volume, Nancy Ellison captures stunning opera performances by such legends as Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, and Renee Fleming onstage. Beginning with Pavarotti's emotional farewell performance in Tosca, In Grand Style is filled with profound images from the Met's greatest operas, including Julie Taymor's new Die Zauberflote ...
Any girl who has watched the Olympics has fantasized about becoming the next Sarah Hughes or Michelle Kwan, donning a pair of skates, spinning through the air, and landing with a perfect flourish. The perfect gift for any young girl who loves to ice skate, Becoming a Figure Skater follows a promising young skater as she trains to become a champion ...
Photographer Nancy Ellison uses collector dolls, special edition dolls, and dolls never seen before to breathe life into Barbie, fulfilling her dreams and aspirations by putting her into special settings and performances, such as campaigning at the White House, starring in classic films, and more. Color illustrations.
This oversized, deluxe volume celebrating the exquisite spectacle that embodies the excellence of American Ballet Theatre, recognized by Congress as "America's national ballet company," presents the unfolding beauty, grace, agility, and sheer force of its most recent productions. Distinguished photographer Nancy Ellison depicts such enduring ...
The definitive book for learning and appreciating ballet, "The Ballet Book" goes behind the scenes to the classes, rehearsals, and performances that have shaped this prestigious ballet company. Readers will learn from the best as American Ballet Theatre dancers show how to stretch, stand, dance, and perform like professional ballerinas. Featuring ...
This extraordinary gift book for all ballet lovers is a stunning narrative of Shakespeare's love story; two renowned dancers, both principals with the American Ballet Theatre -- Angel Corella and Paloma Herrera have re-created especially for the book the roles of Romeo and Juliet in the ornate piazzas and palaces of fair Verona itself. The ...
This unique, full-color celebration of ballet is the essential calendar for every serious lover of dance showcasing the beauty, poise, and elegance that marks American Ballet Theatre as a triumphant international success. Well into its sixth decade, American Ballet Theatre is recognized as one of the great dance companies in the world. " ABT is ...
"365 Creative Party Ideas," is filled with clever, fun parties for all ages. From your first baby shower to your golden anniversary, this book has just the party idea for you. Arranged in the same spiral bound format as Forward March's premiere child-care title "365 Days of Creative Play," this book makes a neat, compact reference source for all ...
For 25 years Nancy Ellison was one of Hollywood's leading photographers. This rarely seen collection of her images is an unprecedented view of stars and wannabes. Perhaps nothing epitomizes everything that intrigues us about Hollywood more than the moments when these young men and women posed for their portfolios. These are brilliantly transitory ...
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