George Balanchine - Book Review

George Balanchine - Book Review

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Posted 2018-03-13 by Meiri Sfollow


Balletomanes, ballet fans and Balanchine American Ballet Company fans, this book is for you. This story explores George Balanchine's journey from the Russian ballet scene through to the pioneering steps he made for the American ballet. It describes in detail how dancers were found and made at the American Ballet Company.

Robert Gottlieb's unique insights into George Balanchine's mind, mannerisms and philosophy shine through. Gottlieb had a long-standing collegial relationship which lasted until after Balanchine 'retired' from the American Ballet Company. The intimacy in which Robert Gottlieb describes George Balanchine makes this book a stand out. He describes George's personal struggles and the relationships he had with many famous ballerinas.

The book is diplomatically written and engaging. It traces the origins of the American Ballet company to Balanchine's death.

I'd highly recommend this book for anyone interested in ballet, choreography, creativity and the American Ballet Company.

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