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Icons and Instincts

Choreographing and Directing Entertainment's Biggest Stars
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Icons and Instincts by Vincent Paterson delves into the vibrant career of a renowned choreographer and director, offering an exciting glimpse into his creative journey. Paterson shares anecdotes and insights from working with iconic artists like Madonna and Michael Jackson, painting a vivid picture of the entertainment industry. This memoir is both an inspiring tale of artistic passion and a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at some of the most famous performances in music history.
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This captivating memoir may appeal to you if you enjoy peeking behind the curtain of show business, as it provides an insider's look at the creative world of choreography and direction. You'll be drawn into the fascinating life of a man who has worked with some of the most iconic stars in the entertainment industry. The engaging stories of collaboration with legendary performers could ignite your appreciation for the artistry and vision behind memorable performances.

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Icons and Instincts

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For the first time, the choreographer of Michael Jackson, Madonna, Björk, and many others reveals stage stories through his extraordinary journey.

Vincent Paterson began his professional dancing career late in life. It would take an exceptional turn when he became one of the lead dancers in Michael Jackson's Beat It music video. Through hard work, he rises to the rank of choreographer and director for the world's greatest singers, but also for cinema and musical comedy.

He tells with humility the fascinating universe of film sets, the rehearsal sessions where he had to orchestrate and synchronise dozens of dancers, life backstage where it is sometimes necessary to manage a few whims of the stars, his successes, and his disappointments. It is a dive into the heart of the world of dance.

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Vincent Paterson's Icons and Instincts receives high praise for its imaginative and exciting exploration of his work with pop and opera. Renowned figures commend his groundbreaking collaborations with icons like Michael Jackson and Madonna, with significant appreciation for his style and directorial depth, which have captured and inspired audiences worldwide.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781644282632

Publisher: Rare Bird Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Rare Bird Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • With Amy Tofte

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 152.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 264

About the Author

Vincent Paterson is a world-renowned director and choreographer in film, theatre, Broadway, concert tours, opera, television, music videos and commercials. His iconic works include Michael Jackson'sSmooth Criminaland the famous "lean" as well as Madonna'sBlond Ambition Tour. He directed the operaManonwith Anna Netrebko and Rolando Villazon, Cirque de Soleil'sVIVA! ELVISand Berlin's first original production ofCABARET-the longest running play in Berlin's history.Film choreographies includeThe Birdcage,Dancer in the Dark,EvitaandHook.He resides in California with his husband, Rene Lamontagne.

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