Kathleen Riley
The Astaires: Fred & Adele
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199358946
- author:
- Kathleen Riley
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 1.8 x 15.5 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Astaires: Fred & Adele A comprehensive study of the theatrical career of this iconic brother-sister duo, tracing their rise to fame from humble beginnings in midwestern America. Kathleen Riley delves into the extraordinary story of Fred and Adele Astaire's partnership, which wove spellbinding rhythms in song and dance, captivating audiences and royalty alike. From their early days as child performers on small-time vaudeville stages to their 1917 debut on Broadway, the Astaires' journey is one of discipline, hard work, and artistic innovation. The book explores how Adele's natural spontaneity contrasted with Fred's disciplined approach, ultimately leading to a divergence in their paths - Adele marrying into British aristocracy and Fred heading for Hollywood. With full attention to its historical and theatrical context, this book offers a nuanced examination of the Astaires' remarkable story, shedding light on an art form they helped revolutionize.
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