May 6, 2008
IN CLASSIC STYLE:
The Splendor of American Ballet Theatre
PHOTO EXHIBITION TO OPEN MAY 19
AT THE METROPOLITAN OPERA HOUSE
An exhibition of photographs from the recently released book IN CLASSIC STYLE: The Splendor of American Ballet Theatre (Rizzoli), a collection of work by photographer Nancy Ellison, will take place in Founder’s Hall at the Metropolitan Opera House during ABT’s 2008 Spring season.
IN CLASSIC STYLE: The Splendor of American Ballet Theatre captures ABT in its full-color, panoramic glory. This oversized, deluxe volume documents performances of ten ballets photographed during the 2006 and 2007 seasons. IN CLASSIC STYLE offers a front-row seat to the choreography, sets and costumes that are the hallmarks of ABT’s productions. Award-winning photographer Nancy Ellison is the author of numerous books, including American Ballet Theatre’s The Ballet Book and In Grand Style: The Glory of the Metropolitan Opera.
IN CLASSIC STYLE: The Splendor of American Ballet Theatre is available for sale online at www.rizzoliusa.com and during performances at the Metropolitan Opera House throughout ABT’s 2008 Spring season.