This sumptuous collection of ballet stories will enchant young dreamers and would-be ballet dancers alike. The seven jewel-like stories – from The Nutcracker to The Sleeping Beauty - feature magic and comedy, drama and adventure, and are accompanied by a brief history of classical ballet, as well as historical details of the composition, choreography and early performances of each ballet. Almost best of all is the complete book on CD and narrated by the wonderful Juliet Stevenson. Her voice really brings each story to life most brilliantly.
The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories (Book and Audio CD) Synopsis
Featuring seven jewels of the classical ballet tradition, this sumptuous collection will enchant young dreamers and dancers alike. Now with a story CD, narrated by Juliet Stevenson. This book includes a brief history of Classical Ballet. * Cultural Diversity: A companion to The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories (9781846862182). This book is narrated by popular actress, Juliet Stevenson.
Jane Yolen, Heidi Stemple, Helen Cann Press Reviews
‘What a magical book’ - Darcey Bussell
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About Jane Yolen, Heidi Stemple, Helen Cann
Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple have teamed up to produce this
engaging anthology, but this is not the first time they have come
together — they are also mother and daughter. Jane has penned more than
250 books in her career. As a child, she also studied for seven years at
Balanchine’s School of American Ballet in New York. Heidi came to
writing at the age of twenty-eight after pursuing a number of other
careers, and she has not looked back since. Together, this mother and
daughter team have already published eight books, with three more under
contract.
Jane and Heidi currently live in Hatfield, Massachusetts.
