Rudolf Nureyev: As I remember him

by Patricia Boccadoro

Following an unorthodox first meeting in London in 1964, Patricia Boccadoro got to know Rudolf Nureyev on a personal basis after she moved to live in Paris in the 1970s. In this amusing, informative book, she recounts how exciting it was to see him dance in those heady London years, during his legendary partnership with Margot Fonteyn, before giving a lucid account of his directorship of the Paris Opera Ballet, making it into one of the finest companies in the world.

The book culminates with his legacy, demonstrating how, with his extreme intelligence, glamour and passion, he changed the image of the male dancer, making them the equal of the ballerina. Above all, the lively reminiscences of those closest to him, along with a selection of photographs, many rarely seen or unpublished, bring Rudolf to life, casting off the image of a temperamental superstar, and painting a true picture of the immensely kind, fun-loving man behind one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century.

304 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2023

Reviews

[Lena Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the book. Wonderful book to be able to read about this amazing dancer. The amount of dedication to craft, the years of learning, dancing, teaching, creating all for the love of ballet. This also reflected in his life.
Anyone who has seen him dance has been amazed at the sheer control and fluid movement, few male dancers ever reach.
This various students talk about who he is as a man, teacher and dancer. He is a fascinating man and dancer.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to thank Netgalley and the author for gifting me the ebook.
As a former professional ballet dancer I absolutely loved this book. I usually am not drawn to bio's/memoirs but I just had to request this on. I was so thrilled to get accepted. Highly recommend an perfect for all ballet dancers out there or even formal dancers.