In the Wings: Behind the Scenes at the New York City Ballet

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 128 pages
• Published by: Wiley October 12, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0470173432
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0470173435
• Book Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.6 x 0.7 inches
• Weighs: 15.5 ounces

Product Review
"(Froman's) vivid descriptions and photographs submerge readers into the atmosphere." It also says that the book is "Recommended for all libraries." (Library Journal, January 2008) "Kyle Froman brings his stage experience to life in his gorgeously photographed new book" (Vanity Fair, November 2007)

An 11-year veteran dancer for the New York City Ballet, Froman here documents life in the corps de ballet in a photo-album an diarylike format. Presenting a day in the life of dancers, he takes readers through the stages of warming up, class, physical therapy, rehearsals, preparation, and, or course, the show. Froman confides, “I can hear the sound of cracking hips and knees. It’s just the beginning of another day of rehearsals with the show looming at eight o’clock.” He communicates the intimate perspective of an experienced dancer (“I just wasn’t expecting to feel so old this quickly”) while offering a private backstage view. His vivid descriptions and photographs submerge readers into the atmosphere. An engaging point of view and an attractive layout make this an entertaining read. YA’s may also find it a good introduction to the dance world as a possible career. Recommended for all libraries.—Barbara Kundanis, Longmont P.L., CO (Library Journal, January 2008)

"Kyle Froman brings his stage experience to life in his gorgeously photographed new book" (Vanity Fair, November 2007)

Product Description
"Here is New York City Ballet as it really is- the good, the not so good, and the majestically gorgeous. It's a true story, and it's told by someone who can honestly claim that he was there."

Reader Reviews
If you've ever wanted to get a true behind the scenes view of one of the world's greatest ballet companies this is it. kyle's unique perspective and access is a revelation. from class to performance you will get a backstage pass and get to know the dancers in the most intimate way possible. i highly recommend this book for dance aficionados and 'beginners' alike.