The Jerome Robbins Dance Division staff has chosen several titles that are available for check out here at the Library for the Performing Arts. Commemorating the Mexican-American dancer and choreographer José Limón and his company Limón Dance Company, these materials include biographies, critical analysis, and DVD’s featuring performances of The Moor's Pavane, based on Shakespeare's Othello.
- Kenneth Murphy, Library Technical Assistant
Dance in America: a Reader's Anthology by Call Number: 793.23 DISBN: 9781598535846Publication Date: 2018This one of a kind anthology features American dance over the past three centuries and the influences that has shaped the art form we know today.
The Modern Dance by Call Number: 793.28 CISBN: 9780819560032Publication Date: 1966This book includes essays about José Limón, plus others, as they discuss what dance meant to them. Take a rare glimpse in the mind of José Limón as he puts into words his feelings about modern dance and the art form.
The Illustrated Dance Technique of José Limón by Call Number: 793.28 LISBN: 9780871272096Publication Date: 1999For José Limón enthusiasts who want to learn his dance techniques and choreography, this is the book for you. Take a look at the book or practice his remarkable moves!
Dance Is a Moment by Call Number: B Limon PISBN: 0871271834Publication Date: 1993Concentrating on José Limón the dancer and choreographer, this two part work of art focuses on his professional work and personal life.
José Limón : the artist re-viewed by Call Number: B Limón JISBN: 9057551217Publication Date: 2000Take a look at José Limón's life long work and his contributions to modern dance. Each essay provides something new about the prolific dancer and choreographer.
Kirov Stars: Shakespeare Dance TrilogyCall Number: DVD 793.3 KISBN: 9780803022218Publication Date: 2009Featuring ballets from William Shakespeare, Kirov stars includes the works by José Limón like Othello (Moor's Pavane).
Three modern dance classicsCall Number: DVD 793.28 TISBN: 0089948422495Publication Date: 2002Take a look at works that highlight the famous Mexican born dancer. His influence and contribution to modern dance can be seen in his works - Moor's Pavane, The Traitor, The Emperor Jones.
Jose! Born to Dance by Call Number: J B Limon RISBN: 0689865767Publication Date: 2005A 2006 winner of the Tomas Rivera Mexican-American Children's Book Award, Susanna Reichs' playful text and Raul Colons' colorful illustrations brings forth the life of this amazing Mexican born dancer.
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