Crompton, Sarah
Ed Watson: A Different Dance
- ISBN 13:
- 9783791379715
- author:
- Crompton, Sarah
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Prestel Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 29.4 x 24.4 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Dance,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Ed Watson Dancing on the Edge explores every facet of Ed Watson's remarkable career as a dancer and artistic collaborator. This visually stunning volume combines photography and personal essays to showcase his achievements both on stage and off. From his early days as a student to his long tenure as Principal Dancer at London's Royal Ballet, Watson's trajectory is examined in depth by leading art critic Sarah Crompton. Other contributors offer unique perspectives on his collaborations with artists such as Wayne McGregor and Gareth Pugh, as well as his enduring influence on fashion. Dozens of images by top photographers capture Watson throughout his career, revealing the man behind the performances. This beautifully crafted book tells the story of a performer of extraordinary versatility, exceptional physicality, and profound artistic sensibility.