Andie is a spunky young women who is from one of Baltimore's grittiest neighborhoods. Her dance ability, which has been forged in fire on the streets, lands her in a prestigious performing arts school. There, she struggles to fit in. Her classmates are in awe of her talent and catches the eye of Chase, a guy from a privileged family. He becomes captivated by Andie's street dance moves and genuine heart.

Ian Appleton's book is an essential guide for those who are involved in the initiation, planning, design and building of facilities for the various performing arts, from local to metropolitan locations. It includes the stages in the development, decisions to be taken, information requirements, feasibility and advice necessary in the design and development of a new or adapted building. Part one of this guide provides the background information about...

Includes information on planning successful facilities. Provides case studies of arenas, stadiums, convention and congress centers, trade-show and exhibition halls, and theaters for performing arts.

"This book explores the creative, social, and communal roles of thousands of "opera houses" that appeared in towns in the late 1800s and flourished with an astounding array of cultural performances and public activities until the advent of movies. Now, these entertainment halls are now coming back to life as theaters and art centers, as people become increasingly aware of their potential for historic preservation and cultural activities"--

Bursting with hit songs and energy, this is the story of seven vibrant and fiercely ambitious performing arts students with dreams of making it big. But the arrival of beautiful Kushi triggers a love triangle that spell trouble backstage.

An illustrated overview of the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), covering the institution's history and the countless artists integral to its identity.