Ballet Technique for the Male Dancer Nikolai Ivanovich Tarasov

by Nikolai I. Tarasov

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Balanchine once famously stated, "Ballet is woman," highlighting the traditional dominance of women in both training and performance within the art form. For many years, ballet in America was primarily led and performed by female dancers, shaping the landscape of classical ballet. However, the landscape has evolved significantly with the rise of remarkable male dancers such as Rudolf Nureyev, Mikhail Baryshnikov, and Alexander Godunov. Their phenomenal success and breathtaking virtuosity have underscored the vital role of male dancers in ballet. These artists have not only emphasized the importance of male roles but also heralded a resurgence of male presence on stage, opening vast new possibilities for male dancers. This shift has also reflected a growing need for innovative training techniques tailored specifically for male dancers. Such advancements aim to help male performers realize their fullest potential, contributing to the ongoing evolution and richness of ballet as an art form. Author: Tarasov, Nicholai Ivanovitch Format: Hardcover Language: English Publication Date: 1985 Edition: 1st American Pages: 421 Subject: General Brand: Doubleday

• Publisher: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
• Year: 1985
• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 0385184484
• Condition: Good

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