Rudolf Nureyev: As I remember him

Patricia Boccadoro's book recounts her personal experience with Rudolf Nureyev, including his time dancing with Margot Fonteyn and his directorship of the Paris Opera Ballet. It showcases his intelligence, glamour, and passion, changing the image of male dancers and making them equal to ballerinas. The book includes reminiscences from those closest to him and rare photographs, painting a true picture of the artist behind one of the greatest of the twentieth century.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: The Book Guild Ltd

After an unconventional initial encounter in London in 1964, Patricia Boccadoro developed a personal relationship with Rudolf Nureyev after relocating to Paris in the 1970s. In this captivating and informative memoir, she vividly recounts the exhilarating experience of witnessing him dance during his legendary partnership with Margot Fonteyn in the vibrant London years. Boccadoro then provides a clear and insightful account of Nureyev's tenure as the director of the Paris Opera Ballet, transforming it into one of the world's foremost ballet companies. The book concludes with a tribute to Nureyev's legacy, highlighting his extraordinary intelligence, charisma, and passion, which revolutionized the perception of male dancers and elevated them to the same level of artistry as ballerinas.

The book is further enriched by the lively reminiscences of those closest to Nureyev, along with a selection of photographs, many of which are rare or unpublished, offering a deeper insight into the man behind the legend. These personal anecdotes and visual treasures paint a true and authentic portrait of Nureyev, debunking the stereotype of a temperamental superstar and revealing the immensely kind, fun-loving individual behind one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century.

Weight: 556g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915853240