The Night Before the Nutcracker (American Ballet Theatre)
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The Night Before the Nutcracker (American Ballet Theatre) by John Robert Allman
Get a front-row seat and experience the excitement of opening night as young dancers prepare for a performance of The Nutcracker. Thisfestive holiday picture book, created in partnership with American Ballet Theatre, is a perfect gift for young readers and dance fans.'Twas the night before The Nutcracker and, sleepless in their beds,
these budding ballet dancers are rehearsing in their heads.
Children who dream of dancing in The Nutcracker will love this magical illustrated holiday story, told in the tradition of "The Night Before Christmas." Four young girls and boys experience the thrills of auditions, rehearsals, costume fittings, and finally the big event- opening night! It's a behind-the-scenes peek that will delight young dancers.
An afterword with original costume illustrations by Tony Award winner Richard Hudson makes this keepsake picture book both aspirational and informative.
JOHN ROBERT ALLMAN lives in New York City, where he works in marketing for television and theater. He is the author of A is for Audra: Broadway's Leading Ladies from A to Z and B Is for Ballet: A Dance Alphabet. He was born and raised in Texas, where he was often the only boy in dance class. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram at @Johnny_Allman. LUCIANO LOZANO is a Barcelona-based illustrator. His children's books include Diana Dances, Mayhem at the Museum, and The Sun Shines Everywhere. See more of Luciano's work at lucianolozano.com and follow him on Instagram at @ilustrista. AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE is considered one of the greatest dance companies in the world. Revered as a national treasure since its founding in 1939, its mission is to create, present, preserve, and extend the great repertoire of classical dancing. Located in New York City, ABT tours the United States annually and has made more than 30 international tours to 45 countries. ABT's repertoire includes full-length classics from the nineteenth century, the finest works from the early twentieth century, and acclaimed contemporary masterpieces. In 2006, by an act of Congress, ABT became America's National Ballet Company(R). Find out more at ABT.org and follow them on Instagram at @abtofficial and on Twitter at @ABTBallet.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780593180914 |
| ISBN 10 | 0593180917 |
| Title | The Night Before the Nutcracker (American Ballet Theatre) |
| Author | John Robert Allman |
| Series | American Ballet Theatre |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Random House USA Inc |
| Year published | 2022-09-06 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |