Icons and Instincts

Published by Rare Bird Books
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

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 synchronize 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.

About The Author

Vincent Paterson is an American choreographer and artistic director. He made a name for himself working with Michaël Jackson (Bad Tour and several music videos) and Madonna (Blond Tour, music videos and TV performances). He notably directed the dance sequences of Dancer in the Dark (Lars Von Trier) and Hook (Steven Spielberg). He continues to create for operas, musicals and other films around the world.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Rare Bird Books (September 13, 2022)
  • Length: 264 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781644283271

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