First published 2005
Brian Seibert chronicles the career of Jerome Robbins, the influential dancer and choreographer who transformed American theater and ballet. The book examines Robbins' creative process as he drew inspiration from diverse cultures and historical periods beyond his own experience. Seibert details how Robbins built his reputation through innovative ballets and Broadway productions that borrowed from various traditions. The biography traces his artistic development and major works while exploring his methods for adapting foreign influences into distinctly American performances. Readers discover how one artist's curiosity about other worlds shaped the landscape of mid-century dance and musical theater.
Genres: biography, history, art, 20th-century, american
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: biography, cultural-influences, historical-figures
Period: 20th-Century
48 pages · Paperback · Rosen Central