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Ailey Ascending
Hardback
Main Details
| Title |
Ailey Ascending
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Judith Jamison
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By (author) Anna Deveare Smith
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:144 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 305,Width 254 |
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| Category/Genre | Contemporary dance |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780811864800
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| Classifications | Dewey:792.8097471 |
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| Illustrations |
125
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Chronicle Books
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| Imprint |
Chronicle Books
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| Publication Date |
1 September 2008 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Ailey American Dance Theatre, this lavishly illustrated book features 120 original dynamic photos of the dancers, the performances, and ultimately the vision that shapes this groundbreaking company founded by Alvin Ailey. The book features a preface by artistic director, Judith Jamison, and a foreword by writer Anna Deveare Smith.
Author Biography
Andrew Eccles's photos have appeared in Vanity Fair, The New York Times, and O, The Oprah Magazine. Judith Jamison is an Emmy Award-winning choreographer, dancer, Broadway star, and author. Anna Deavere Smith is an actress and playwright in New York City.
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