Raising the Barre: Big Dreams, False Starts, and My Midlife Quest to Dance the Nutcracker
When I was six, my father nicknamed me Laurisa Kesslova because, he said, all great dancers were Russians, and since I was going to be a great dancer, I needed a Russian name. I aim to reclaim that name.When Lauren Kessler was twelve, her ballet instructor crushed not just her dreams of being a ballerina but also her …
Take four amazing and super-talented actresses, add clever and hilarious writing, loads of sex talk and a box of delicious cheese cake and what do you get? Why, The Golden Girls, of course. Test your Golden Girl’s knowledge and see how big a fan you truly are! Thank You for Being a Friend: A Golden Girls Trivia …
“Sometimes I’ve taken home the trophy, sometimes I’ve stumbled or tripped over my own feet. But every move I’ve made has shaped me into the person I am today.”Season after season, millions of fans tune into Dancing with the Stars to watch Derek Hough, the talented, consummate competitor whose skill and commitment have made him the show’s all-time …
Do you know a teen that’s been bitten by the acting bug? Here’s just the book they need! Acting for Young Actors, aimed at teens and tweens, lets kids hone their skills and develop their craft. It begins with the five W’s: WHO am I? WHAT do I want? WHY do I want it? WHERE am I? WHEN …
Pokemon Wall Calendar: Introduced more than 15 years ago, the world of Pokémon continues to enchant kids of all ages with its charming, fantastical creatures and action packed storylines. The well-known Pikachu, Piplup, and Charizard are just a few of more than 600 creatures who live in the Pokémon universe alongside humans. With video games, an animated series, …
From Ralph McQuarrie and Joe Johnston to Doug Chiang, Ryan Church, Iain McCaig, Erik Tiemens, and the next generation of animation and video-game artists, Star Wars Art: Concept collects, for the first time ever, the very best Star Wars conceptual artwork. As curated by George Lucas, the artwork that helped bring the Star Wars Saga to life is …
“If Seth Rudetsky didn’t exist, we’d have to invent him. He is the friend who points out everything glorious and silly about your favorite shows. He leaves you laughing helplessly and in awe of his gifts and time management skills. Read this book and see how much Seth gets done in a day. It will make you reach …
Tell Me a Story: Stories from the waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America
Wherever there are children, the cry of “Tell me a story. . .” is heard, and in Waldorf education, storytelling is an integral part of each day. Stories connect us to one another, give us a sense of who we are, and can help to guide us into the future. This new collection of over 80 stories from …
Special Makeup Effects for Stage and Screen: Making and Applying Prosthetics
Transforming an actor into a character for film or theater takes a great deal of skill, prowess, and creativity, and in this new edition, author Todd Debreceni empowers you with just those qualities. From his years of film, TV, and theatrical experience, he shows you tips and techniques that will have you applying your own makeup effects like …
Brilliance in a bowler hat: Delving into the archives of slapstick genius Within a year of arriving in Hollywood in 1914, British-born Charlie Chaplin had become the slapstick king of America. By the end of his second year on the silver screen, Chaplin’s fame had spread worldwide. He was the first international film star and rapidly one of the richest …