This beautiful and comprehensive text covers all aspects of Jooss' The Green Table from the choreography and music to the reminiscences of his daughter, Anna Markard. The entire dance is represented in Labanotation and the musical score is presented with annotations. The volume includes the historical background, performance and production history, the story of the ballet's composition, rehearsal notes and well documented photographs from 65 years of performances. Markard has also incorporated technical information, biographies of Jooss' composer and collaborator, and a complete list of Jooss' works. The accompanying CD contains 35 minutes of rehearsal music. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)