Performing Arts

Uncover the most mesmerizing moments in ballet history with this scintillating visual guide. Written with ballet legend Viviana Durante, this book will introduce you to the most famous performers and enthrall you with fascinating stories. Discover more than 70 celebrated dances, from The Nutcracker...

Instant New York Times bestselling series opener inspired by prima ballerina and author Misty Copeland's own early experiences in ballet. From prima ballerina and New York Times bestselling author Misty Copeland comes the story of a young Misty, who discovers her love of dance...

New York Times bestselling author and first black female American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Misty Copeland offers advice for on and off the dance floor to young readers based on letters she's received over the years from fans. As the first African American principal...

The Instant New York Times Bestselling Bunheads by Misty Copeland gets a second act. Misty and her bunhead crew are back! And this time, they're excited to learn the ballet Don Quixote--a wondrous tale about a brave knight searching for his Dulcinea, his one...

In this revised and expanded edition of his essential volume Dark City Dames, Eddie Muller--Turner Classic Movies host and author of Dark Cityand Noir Bar--offers a uniquely intimate look at the women who defined film noir, now featuring updated text, photos, and 10 new...

Itty must learn to dance before her first royal ball in this second adorable book in the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book series! There's going to be a royal ball at the palace! The ball is when Itty will present herself as princess...

Introduce your little one to the four seasons through Vivaldi's beloved concerti! An exciting and high-quality introduction to classical music that's just right for curious kids!Readers of every age will be enchanted by this charming sound board book, which is distinguished by the exceptional...

Many middle school performers are uncomfortable taking the stage by themselves. Who can blame them? Acting solo can be very intimidating! That's why these ten-minute plays are perfect for younger actors... and they're royalty-free! Ranging from duos to groups of up to seven, the...

The Location Sound Bible is a complete guide to recording dialog on location. Topics include audio basics, microphone selection, wireless systems, recording and mixing techniques, and the Ten Location Sound Commandments, but it's more than just cables and connectors. This book takes you behind...

This emotionally resonant novel in verse by award-winning author Nikki Grimes celebrates choosing to be true to yourself. Garvey's father has always wanted Garvey to be athletic, but Garvey is interested in astronomy, science fiction, reading--anything but sports. Feeling like a failure, he comforts...

Irreverent, heartfelt, shocking and laugh-out-loud funny--a colorful celebration of the work of subversive auteur John WatersPublished with Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. Known for pushing the boundaries of good taste, John Waters (born 1946) has created a canon of high-shock-value, high-entertainment movies that have...

Discover the life of Misty Copeland--a story about changing the world through dance, for kids ages 6 to 9 Misty Copeland is the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre. Before she made history as a ballerina, she was a determined...

National Book Critics Circle Award Winner, Nonfiction NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF 2022 BY THE NEW YORKER, TIME MAGAZINE, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, VOX, SALON, LIT HUB, AND VANITY FAIR "Entertaining and illuminating."--The New Yorker * "Compulsively readable."--New York Times * "Delicious, humane,...

"Great perils have this fine characteristic, that they bring to light the fraternity of strangers."Victor Hugo's classic tale of love, sacrifice, and second chances comes to life for children! Tons of interactive elements invite kids to lift a cart with Jean Valjean, wave a...

This classic bestselling Angelina Ballerina picture book about chasing your dreams even when things don't turn out perfectly is back in a beautiful, refreshed hardcover edition! Angelina Ballerina has always dreamed of being the star of a show, and the Mouseland Dance Festival is...

This is the second title in a series of Sherlock Holmes Escape Books: a unique, new form of puzzle book, in which the reader must solve the puzzles to escape the pages.Inspired by the urban craze for escape rooms, where players tackle challenges while...

Barnaby is a poor juggler who goes from town to town performing tricks to earn his daily bread. But when winter comes, the crowd disappears and so does his work. Cold, hungry, and alone, Barnaby is taken in by the friendly prior of a...

When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with leading one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church.Author: Joseph McNaulPublisher: Independently PublishedPublished: 12/06/2024Pages:...

Animals are great! In this whimsical book written by the team at Tika Tika Time, children will see a variety of animals. Scan the QR code inside to find the YouTube video and sing along with the book and song together! Author: Latifa Kimberly...

Everything shines when you're with JoJo. JoJo is going to be the star of the Glitter Girls! When she and her friends enter the school talent show, things don't go JoJo's way. Will JoJo figure out how to be a good band member?Author: Annette...