“In liberal democracy and anxious anarchy, the traditional classic dance, compact of aristocratic authority and absolute freedom in a necessity of order, has never been so promising as an independent expression as it is today.”
Quote by Lincoln Kirstein
Work
The Classic Ballet, Basic Technique and Terminology
This book serves as an in-depth resource for understanding the core elements of classical ballet, including its basic techniques and specialized vocabulary. It is designed to assist dancers, instructors, and enthusiasts in mastering the foundational aspects of ballet. more
Author
Lincoln Kirstein
Lincoln Kirstein, born on May 4, 1907, in New York, was an accomplished writer whose works spanned across drama, literary criticism, and art history, profoundly influencing American culture in the 20th century. more