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The Returns of Alwin Nikolais: Bodies, Boundaries and the Dance Canon

The Returns of Alwin Nikolais: Bodies, Boundaries and the Dance Canon
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Editor: Claudia Gitelman
Editor: Randy Martin
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-06-04
ISBN: 0819565768
Number of pages: 312
Publisher: Wesleyan

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Book Review: alwin is a genuis
Summary: 4 Stars

For those interested in the artistry and genuis behind one of this centuries great choreographers, this is an excellent book. It details Nikolais genesis from performer to novice artist to visionary. He is truely one of the greats. Also has lots of great photos of all his wonderful dance works.

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