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Beacon to the World
A History of Lincoln Center
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A comprehensive history of the creation and growth of Lincoln Center, exploring the interconnections between politicians, financiers, and performing artists
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A comprehensive history of the creation and growth of Lincoln Center, exploring the interconnections between politicians, financiers, and performing artists
In this comprehensive history of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, longtime Juilliard president Joseph Polisi guides us through the complex convergence of the worlds of politics, finance, and the performing arts throughout the years of the Centre’s history. The book delves into the roles played by notable figures such as Robert Moses, John D. Rockefeller 3rd, Leonard Bernstein, William Schuman, Elia Kazan, Joseph Papp, Alice Tully, Beverly Sills, and many others.
Polisi’s work explores the social and political environment surrounding the Centre’s history, reflecting on the growth and evolution of the performing arts in America—from its post–World War II roots to the present day of global interaction.
The history of the birth and growth of this unique institution is a story of determination, economic acumen, political machinations, and artistic innovations. Above all, it underscores the strong belief that the arts lie at the centre of the fabric of American society and should be supported and embraced by all citizens.
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Beacon to the World by Joseph W Polisi is praised as a masterful work of nonfiction that combines the intrigue of a novel. Reviews highlight it as an authoritative, readable account of Lincoln Center's creation and evolution, offering insight into the cultural dynamics of classical performance in America. The book is commended for its exploration of leadership and the historic importance of Lincoln Center as a cultural beacon.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780300249965
Publisher: Yale University Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 23 August 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Yale University Press
Illustration: 27 b-w illus.
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Joseph W. Polisi is president emeritus (1984–2018) and chief China officer of the Juilliard School. He is the author of The Artist as Citizen and American Muse: The Life and Times of William Schuman.
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