Dancers in the Dark eBook Howard Dando
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A gritty, biting novel that exposes the excitement, grace, glamour and backstage of the ballet world with lusty dancers in cutthroat competition. Allison Fain's desperate hunger for love and fame drives her from the lights of the stage to the dark realms of jealousy, sex and deception destroying lovers and friends along the way.
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"A fascinating romp through the dance world with cutthroat competition and lusty dancers. The pages flew by and I wished it wouldn't end."
"An entertaining, well crafted look at the excitement, grace, glamour and underbelly of the ballet world - written by someone who knows that world intimately. Reads like a movie."
"Anyone who has ever danced will love, hate and empathize with the characters in this gossipy, gritty, novel, and for everyone else, it's great eye-candy, a fast read and a darn good story."
"A perfect description of the hard reality of ballet, this novel opened my eyes."
"I was not familiar with the world of ballet, but, it is so well written that the reader is immediately into the story. The main issue is the need to be a star. Are all the means allowed to obtain this goal? This novel is the answer."
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About the Author
Howard Dando is Producer of the Broadway musicals TOMMY and SGT. PEPPER'S LONELY HEART'S CLUB BAND . Director of Stars of American Ballet, New World Ballet, Fusion Dance, Pennsylvania Ballet, Playhouse-in-the-Park, Beacon Theatre, Producer of Philadelphia's American Dance Festival, Producer/Writer for PBS and A&E network, and a Television and Stage Director.
Dancers in the Dark eBook Howard Dando
Nothing new. You ever hear the one about best friends who compete for a coveted slot in the {cheerleading/sports team, musical theatre, National Ballet}? One wins, one loses, friendship stressed? Yeah, that one. Dancers in the Dark doesn't have anything fresh to offer. You already knew the backstage world is competitive, vicious and sordid, right? Guess what? Backstage ballet is no different. People use sex and power to gain . . . well, sex and power. 'Nuff said.Product details
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Dancers in the Dark eBook Howard Dando Reviews
The novel is a fascinating romp through the dance world with cutthroat competition and lusty dancers. I found it involving, and the characters intriguing, even the evil ones, the prose is open and accessible. The pages flew by and I wished it wouldn't end.
An entertaining and well crafted look at the excitment, grace, glamour and underbelly of the ballet world - written by someone who seems to know that world intimately. An interesting plot mixed with a sly sense of humor. I learned alot of backstage info I had no idea was part of the world of ballet. Reads like a movie - very enjoyable.
A perfect description of the hard reality behind the world of ballet. One says every sport is hard, but art seems even harder, competition between dancers is without mercy. Mr Dando discribes this very well. The ongoing "battle" between young dancers and especially Temple and Allison is perfectly put on paper. I was not familiar with the world of ballet, but this novell opened my eyes, it is so well written that the reader is immediately into the story and feels for one of the two main characters ; who both have their reasons to dance. The main issue is the very need Allison and Temple feel to dance, to be a star. Are all means allowed to obtain this goal ? This novell is the answer.
This book is brilliantly conceived and written. The author is well known within the dance world and has numerous credits as a producer and as the principal of his own ballet company. Mr. Dando's experience and literary skills come together to form a well-written, accessible, intriguing, gritty and realistic view of characters that inhabit the dance world. The writing is meant for a mature audience who can appreciate the highs and lows of performance, competition, the search for fame and fortune along with the intricacies of complex relationships.
No matter if you download it to your or purchase a hard copy, you will be pleased with your choice.
From the great reviews I've read and dance being my passion, I thought this would be a good book. Just from the first paragraph of the first page, I really can't stand this book. I forced myself to read at least five pages and just can't read any more. The reason being at least to me is that unless your still a teen in high school or you like "High School Musical", don't waste your money. The author of this book sounds like they're still in high school their self, it's not very well written, and I feel I just wasted four bucks. Guess I should have got a sample first because I've already deleted it from my .
Anyone who has ever danced will love, hate and empathize with the characters in this gossipy, gritty, angry novel about the ballet world. And for everyone else, it's great eye-candy, a fast read and a darn good story. I found Dando's prose a bit sparse, but there are moments when he perfectly captures the essence of a daily barre, a dancer's desperate need to dance, and the exhilaration of performing. My favorite character is Allison, a Hillary Clinton of the dance world. Despite the plethora of women in ballet, everyone knows the industry is more sexist than any company in corporate America. I loved Allison's determination to fight against the patriarchy and go for what she wants, with her backbone of steel and legs like knives. Still, I would have liked some more depth to the characters. Is Allison really dancing for herself or to please a pushy 'ballet mother'? But these are the reflections one has when a book touches a nerve and brings back memories. I heartily recommend the novel to anyone who loves dance, loves to dance, or loves a dancer.
I'm sure the author is a nice fellow who worked hard on this little novel. But this is a hackneyed, cliché ridden mess and very, very dull. Do we really need another story of a (Ballerina/Actress/Singer) who will do anything to get to the top? Nope, not unless the author is willing to do something new and fresh with the material, that's not the case here. Realistic & gritty? Un, no. This is strictly bargain basement soap opera that offers no insight into ballet or the performing arts.
Nothing new. You ever hear the one about best friends who compete for a coveted slot in the {cheerleading/sports team, musical theatre, National Ballet}? One wins, one loses, friendship stressed? Yeah, that one. Dancers in the Dark doesn't have anything fresh to offer. You already knew the backstage world is competitive, vicious and sordid, right? Guess what? Backstage ballet is no different. People use sex and power to gain . . . well, sex and power. 'Nuff said.
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