The Swans of Harlem
Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and Their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History
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Focusing on the remarkable achievements of five Black ballerinas, this book unveils the untold legacy of the Dance Theatre of Harlem's pioneering principals during the Civil Rights movement. Lydia Abarðca, a trailblazing prima ballerina, alongside her fellow dancers, captivated audiences worldwide, performing for icons like the Queen of England and Josephine Baker. As decades passed, their contributions faded from history, prompting Lydia's granddaughter to uncover their story. Rich in detail, it celebrates their extraordinary careers and the often-overlooked history of Black ballet.
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The Swans of Harlem, Karen Valby
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Swans of Harlem
- Subtitle
- Five Black Ballerinas, Fifty Years of Sisterhood, and Their Reclamation of a Groundbreaking History
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Karen Valby
- Publisher
- Diversified Publishing
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 480
- ISBN13
- 9780593862742
- Series
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- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Textbooks, True Stories, Biographies, Political Science & Politics, University Textbooks, Autobiographies & Memoirs
- Rating
- 4.2 out of 5
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- Focusing on the remarkable achievements of five Black ballerinas, this book unveils the untold legacy of the Dance Theatre of Harlem's pioneering principals during the Civil Rights movement. Lydia Abarðca, a trailblazing prima ballerina, alongside her fellow dancers, captivated audiences worldwide, performing for icons like the Queen of England and Josephine Baker. As decades passed, their contributions faded from history, prompting Lydia's granddaughter to uncover their story. Rich in detail, it celebrates their extraordinary careers and the often-overlooked history of Black ballet.