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Eleanor Powell : Born to Dance by Lisa Royere (2023, Hardcover)

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In 1943, she married actor Glenn Ford and largely stepped away from the spotlight for the duration of their tumultuous marriage.

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PublisherUniversity Press of Kentucky

ISBN-100813197880

ISBN-139780813197883

eBay Product ID (ePID)3058370387

Product Key Features

Book TitleEleanor Powell : Born to Dance

Number of Pages360 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicTheater / Broadway & Musicals, Dance / Tap, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Dance / Choreography & Dance Notation

Publication Year2023

IllustratorYes

GenrePerforming Arts, Biography & Autobiography

AuthorLisa Royere

Book SeriesScreen Classics Ser.

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in

Item Weight22.4 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2023-006220

Dewey Edition23/eng/20230404

ReviewsEleanor Powell was without a doubt the premier tap-dancing film star of all time. Her legendary performances graced such MGM motion pictures as Born to Dance and Rosalie , and her 'Begin the Beguine' number with Fred Astaire in Broadway Melody of 1940 will never be duplicated.... Powell has long deserved a good biography. Her life and career should never be forgotten, This book is a loving and faithful tribute to one of Hollywood's great dance icons. Well-written and thoroughly researched, it will be indispensable for anyone interested in Eleanor Powell and the art of tap., Broussard and Royere's book is a detailed, impeccably researched account of the life of a woman they each had the good fortune to know personally. The authors paint a portrait of Powell as a woman with incredible talent and a strong work ethic. Her films and dance numbers are covered in fascinating detail; musical fans will love that aspect.... highly recommended., Like millions of others, when we first saw Eleanor Powell and Fred Astaire whirling around each other like syncopated pinwheels to Cole Porter's sublime "Begin the Beguine" in Broadway Melody of 1940, we were hooked. Who was this Eleanor Powell and why did her star fade relatively quickly, and what's the backstory of her unlikely marriage to actor Glenn Ford? Finally, thanks to Paula Broussard and Lisa Royére, we have the definitive and long-overdue bio of the "Queen of Tap." This book is an important addition to the history of Hollywood's Golden Age., Fans of the Hollywood musical-rejoice. There is finally a new biography about the great Eleanor Powell, one of classic Hollywood's most notable dancers. Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère have filled a significant gap in classic Hollywood literature by telling Powell's story. Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance is exceptionally thorough, impressively researched, and beautifully told. It is easily the best resource documenting her life and career., The actress, who went toe-to-toe with Fred Astaire as a dancer during Hollywood's golden era, is the subject of a new book, "Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance," which puts a spotlight on her life and career. Authors Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère, who began their research in the '70s, spoke to numerous sources who knew and worked with Powell, as well as Powell herself., Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance is a vital book. Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère have crafted a thoughtful biography about an important figure in film history that deserves this recognition. Their decades of hard work and thorough research is evident, as is their love for Eleanor Powell. A highly enjoyable read that gives this remarkable woman her long-awaited due, and will no doubt encourage new fans to discover her work., With Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance , authors Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère pay an overdue tribute to one of Hollywood's most mesmerizing dancers with this engaging and detailed biography. Despite Royère's personal connection to Powell, the book presents an objective and balanced portrait of an entertainer who reluctantly traded in her pointe shoes for tap and made film history., Like millions of others, when I first saw Eleanor Powell and Fred Astaire whirling around each other like syncopated pinwheels to Cole Porter's sublime "Begin the Beguine" in The Broadway Melody of 1940 , I was hooked. Who was this Eleanor Powell and why did her star fade relatively quickly, and what's the backstory of her unlikely marriage to actor Glenn Ford? Finally, thanks to Paula Broussard and Lisa Royére, we have the definitive and long-overdue bio of the "Queen of Tap." This book is an important addition to the history of Hollywood's Golden Age., Eleanor Powell was without a doubt the premiere tap-dancing film star of all time...her legendary performances graced such MGM motion pictures as Born to Dance and Rosalie , and her "Begin the Beguine" number with Fred Astaire from Broadway Melody of 1940 will never be duplicated... Powell has long deserved a good biography. Her life and career should never be forgotten., Eleanor Powell was without a doubt the premiere tap-dancing film star of all time..her legendary performances graced such MGM motion pictures as Born to Dance and Rosalie , and her "Begin the Beguine" number with Fred Astaire from The Broadway Melody of 1940 will never be duplicated... Powell has long deserved a good biography. Her life and career should never to be forgotten., In Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère, Eleanor Powell has the biographers she deserves. Their Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance is a warmhearted account of Powell's ascent from childhood poverty to international stardom, a journey reliant on both Powell's immense talent and her relentless perfectionism. The authors combine vivid descriptions of Powell's fabulous tap-dance sequences with behind-the-scenes accounts of the painful physical and emotional costs she endured to achieve them., What a unique treasure trove this long-awaited biography is for film buffs, students of the dance, and of course, fans of the ever-fascinating MGM musical! An inspiring story, too. This wonderful book is a not-to-be-missed keepsake and a celebration of the truly one-of-a-kind Powell., Eleanor Powell was arguably one of the best female dancers in an era that included Rita Hayworth, Ginger Rogers, and Ann Miller. Unlike most of her contemporaries, she usually danced solo, though her partners included Fred Astaire, George Murphy, Buddy Ebsen--and, surprisingly, one of her most enjoyable, Gracie Allen. After reading Born to Dance , I want to go back and watch every one of her films. It's about time someone wrote a bio of Powell, and after this book, there is no reason for anyone to write another!, Powell's journey, particularly her comeback in her forties after raising her son, is awe-inspiring. This book showcases both her career triumphs and a few missteps....(A) comprehensive biography., In Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère, Eleanor Powell has the biographers she deserves. Their Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance is a warmhearted account of Powell's ascent from childhood poverty to international stardom, a journey reliant on both Powell's immense talent and her relentless perfectionism. The authors combine vivid descriptions of Powell's fabulous tap dance sequences with behind-the-scenes accounts of the painful physical and emotional costs she endured to achieve them., (Eleanor Powell) exuded not only a wholesomeness and perfectionism that no one in Hollywood could rival, but a kind of immaculate aura. I can't remember reading a more moving biography., Like millions of others, when I first saw Eleanor Powell and Fred Astaire whirling around each other like syncopated pinwheels to Cole Porter's sublime "Begin the Beguine" in Broadway Melody of 1940 , I was hooked. Who was this Eleanor Powell and why did her star fade relatively quickly, and what's the backstory of her unlikely marriage to actor Glenn Ford? Finally, thanks to Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère, we have the definitive and long-overdue bio of the "Queen of Tap." This book is an important addition to the history of Hollywood's Golden Age., Like millions of others, when we first saw Eleanor Powell and Fred Astaire whirling around each other like syncopated pinwheels to Cole Porter's sublime 'Begin the Beguine' in Broadway Melody of 1940 , we were hooked. Who was this Eleanor Powell and why did her star fade relatively quickly, and what's the backstory of her unlikely marriage to actor Glenn Ford? Finally, thanks to Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère, we have the definitive and long-overdue biography of the Queen of Tap. This book is an important addition to the history of Hollywood's golden age., Eleanor Powell was arguably one of the best female dancers in an era that included Rita Hayworth, Ginger Rogers, and Ann Miller. Unlike most of her contemporaries, she usually danced solo, though her partners included Fred Astaire, George Murphy, Buddy Ebsen, and--surprisingly, one of her most enjoyable--Gracie Allen. After reading Born to Dance , I want to go back and watch every one of her films. It's about time someone wrote a biography of Powell, and after this book, there is no reason for anyone to write another!

Dewey Decimal791.4302/8092 B

Table Of ContentPreface Prologue 1. First Steps 2. Atlantic City 3. Broadway and the Joyful Noise 4. Gaining Traction 5. Traipsing the Boards 6. Westward Bound 7. Taming the Lion 8. Full Velocity 9. Born to Dance 10. "Feelin' Like a Million" 11. Fulfilling Dreams 12. King and Queen 13. Love and Disappointment 14. Hollywood at War 15. Disillusion and Hope 16. Mizpah 17. Back on the Boards 18. Walking Through Fire 19. The Phoenix 20. Winding Down 21. Epilogue

SynopsisWhen considering the best dancers in Hollywood's history, some obvious names come to mind--Fred Astaire, Gene Kelly, and Bill Robinson. Yet often overlooked is one of the most gifted and creative dancers of all time, Eleanor Powell. Powell's effervescent style, unmatched technical prowess in tap, and free-flowing musicality led MGM to build top-rate musicals around her unique talents, including Born to Dance (1936) with James Stewart and Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940) with Fred Astaire, in which she became known as the only female tap dancer capable of challenging him. In a male-dominated industry, her fierce drive for perfection, sometimes to her detriment, earned her a place as one of the most accomplished performers in vaudeville, Broadway, and film. Powell's grace, precision, and power established her as one of the greatest American dancers. In 1943, she married actor Glenn Ford and largely stepped away from the spotlight for the duration of their tumultuous marriage. After their divorce, Powell made a courageous comeback, successfully performing in Las Vegas and on the nightclub circuit. Cancer claimed her life at the age of sixty-nine. Eleanor Powell: Born to Dance by Paula Broussard and Lisa Royère is an all-encompassing work following the American dance legend from her premature birth and upbringing by a single parent in Springfield, Massachusetts, to her first Broadway performance at age fifteen, through her days as a blazing icon in the world of Hollywood, and finally, to her inspiring comeback. With access to rare documents, letters, and production files, as well as insights drawn from their own personal relationships with Powell, Broussard and Royère offer a thoroughly researched, comprehensive, and fascinating look at an incredibly talented and unforgettable woman.

LC Classification NumberPN2287.P575B76 2023