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  • A Darcey Bussell Competition

    Thu, 30 Aug 2012 16:24

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    Darcey Bussell is one of the greatest English ballerinas of all time and has achieved legendary status in the dance world over her 20 year career. Accompanied by stunning images from some of today's leading photographers such as Mario Testino, Lord Snowdon and Mary McCartney, this book chronicles Darcey from her early years through to her final performance of MacMillan's Song of the Earth in 2007.

    Along with images of her on stage and in costume, there are intimate behind-the-scenes photos of rehearsals and preparation. Darcey provides a fascinating insight into the ballet world, with personal anecdotes and memories of some of the most important moments in her career. It features her now famous performances in ballets such as Swan Lake, Cinderella, Giselle, Manon, The Nutcracker and The Sleeping Beauty.

    At the age of 13, Darcey was accepted into the Royal Ballet Lower School in London, eventually graduating from the Royal Ballet Upper School in 1987. Two years later at 19 years old she became the youngest ever British ballerina to be given the honour of Principal dancer and became a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2006. Darcey's final performance in 2007 was broadcast to more than 3.3 million viewers. She's also the newest judge on one of the UK's favourite television shows, Strictly Come Dancing.

    With thanks to Hardie Grant Books, we are offering one lucky winner a signed limited edition copy of Darcey Bussell that comes presented in a box and hand numbered. Five runners up will receive a signed copy of the Darcey Bussell standard edition.

    Just answer the simple question below by Monday October 1st.

    Update 2/10/2012 -- Winner: Melissa Guyatt

    Runners-up:

    Kirsteen Mackay, Patricia Halliwell, Elaine Sargent, Rebecca Russell, Vanessa Delaney

    Competition now closed

    Posted by Adam Adam

    Categories: competition, Darcey Bussell, Ballet

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    Darcey Bussell

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      2. To be eligible, entries must be received on or before the competition closing date. All entries shall become the property of The Book Depository, and their directors, officers, representatives, advertising and promotional agencies are not responsible for contacting or forwarding prizes to entrants who provide unclear or incomplete information or for entries lost, misdirected, delayed or destroyed.

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    Comments

    1. Mrs Jen Butler's avatar Mrs Jen Butler

      So want to win this prize, Darcy was the reason why I took up ballet. She is an amazing dancer

      Posted Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:28 Mark as unsuitable?
    2. Siobhan Mangan Nolan's avatar Siobhan Mangan Nolan

      I would really be thrilled to win this competition and get the chance to read about Darcy Bussell and her wonderful career in ballet. Thank you for the opportunity....

      Posted Fri, 21 Sep 2012 11:20 Mark as unsuitable?
    3. Lynn Fordred's avatar Lynn Fordred

      THIS PRIZE WOULD GO IN A SPECIAL PLACE ON MY BOOKSHELF!

      Posted Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:00 Mark as unsuitable?
    4. Diana McDiarmid's avatar Diana McDiarmid

      Darcey is a beautiful slender & very tender Ballerina. I especially remember her performance on The Vicar of Dibley with Dawn French it showed her sense of fun as well as being perfectly poised.

      Posted Mon, 17 Sep 2012 07:45 Under review
    5. Jean Parker's avatar Jean Parker

      Darcey Bussell has achieved so much in her career. She is a beautiful ballerina & a great roll model for all aspiring dancers. Her famous sketch with Dawn French shows what a sense of humour & good sport she is! I think she is just wonderful.

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:47 Under review
    6. Louise Camilleri's avatar Louise Camilleri

      I wonder why all want the book to give it away to someone. It's a beautiful book which I would love to read and keep for it is about a woman who made it. God knows what trials and tribulations she had to go through in order to reach her objective. I would read it to my granddaughter who is quite a promising ballerina and show her that with perseverance, and keeping Darcey as a role model she will also achieve her dream of dancing "up to the stars"!

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:10 Mark as unsuitable?
    7. Amber Lewis's avatar Amber Lewis

      My little ballerina daughter, Eden was so excited backstage at her concert one year when I told her someone special was in the foyer to see her. She jumped in the air and squealed "oh my god, is it Darcey Bussel?" sadly it was not- just her Daddy but she would be just as excited to win this book. I hope we win!!!

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 11:12 Under review
    8. Miss S E Rodgers Paddon's avatar Miss S E Rodgers Paddon

      This will be a lovely Christmas present for my two granddaughters who have just started ballet lessons.

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 09:21 Under review
    9. Ms K L Martindale's avatar Ms K L Martindale

      My grand daughter is interested in Ballet, what a wonderful book for her to have and to encourage her to achieve her dream.

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 04:42 Under review
    10. Barry Hailstone's avatar Barry Hailstone

      Like Darcey Bussell I began ballet at 13 and was a principal at 19. That's where the similarity stops. It was many, many years ago. I have followed her career and an autographed copy would be a highlight of my interest.

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 02:16 Mark as unsuitable?
    11. PHYLLIS LOCKE's avatar PHYLLIS LOCKE

      My daughter & I both studied ballet & consider Darcey Bussell an outstanding ballerina. My daughter is now expecting her own little ballerina. I would love to give her this beautiful book.

      Posted Sat, 15 Sep 2012 01:32 Under review
    12. Dianne Johnson's avatar Dianne Johnson

      What a beautiful book. My son's partner is a dancer and she is going to have a little baby girl which is due on New Years day. She is already making plans for her wee girl to attend dance classes and is so excited about having her daughter follow in her footsteps, what a beautiful gift this would be for her. Hope I win it.

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:04 Under review
    13. Margaret Mitchell's avatar Margaret Mitchell

      I greatly admire Darcey Bussell and enjoyed her performances at Covent Garden over many years. I would be proud to be given such a beautiful book I love the ballet and followed her progression. Margaret

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:00 Under review
    14. millicent murray's avatar millicent murray

      I would love to get this for my neice who loves these kinds of success stories

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:01 Mark as unsuitable?
    15. Tina's avatar Tina

      It would be so great to win this book for my daughters. One of them has Autism she really enjoys books being read to her. My other daughter loves to dance. I think that they would love this book.

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:48 Mark as unsuitable?
    16. Patricia Cochran's avatar Patricia Cochran

      Thanks for the opportunity to win this beautiful book about a beautiful dancer. My dancing granddaughter would love to read this book! Patricia Cochran p-cochran@juno.com

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:43 Under review
    17. Suzanne Phillips's avatar Suzanne Phillips

      A room with out a book is like a body with out a soul

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 13:39 Under review
    18. Veronica Freche's avatar Veronica Freche

      Thank you for the opportunity. If I become the winner it will be donated to a wonderful ballet school for children who are socially and economically suffering, Darcey is an amzing inspiration to the students aat KANDV dance school and it would be an honour for the children to read and relate to her xxx

      Posted Fri, 14 Sep 2012 06:53 Mark as unsuitable?
    19. Michael's avatar Michael

      52 year old male here, just as excited at the prospect of a signed copy as you 'girlies'. M

      Posted Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:46 Mark as unsuitable?
    20. Jacinta Sagona's avatar Jacinta Sagona

      My two year old just loves Darcey Bussell. She would love this book!!... and her mum would too!

      Posted Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:07 Under review
    21. Teresa GarnonsWilliams's avatar Teresa GarnonsWilliams

      My daughter's a Dancer and studying dance in Australia - I would love to be able to give this book to her for Christmas.

      Posted Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:53 Mark as unsuitable?
    22. Colleen Robinson's avatar Colleen Robinson

      This book looks stunning - the cover picture shows the quality of the book. I have seen Ms Bussell dance only on video but have met her (in Canberra). She was utterly beautiful, gracious, charming and down to earth. And to think she can dance divinely as well! How I would love this book to pull off the shelves and just get lost in another world!

      Posted Mon, 10 Sep 2012 07:25 Under review
    23. Julia Driscoll's avatar Julia Driscoll

      I so badly want to win this one. Not for me, but my niece. It would be a once in a lifetime gift.

      Posted Sun, 09 Sep 2012 10:48 Mark as unsuitable?
    24. Shirley Woo's avatar Shirley Woo

      Beautiful book! My little ballerinas would love this book!

      Posted Sat, 08 Sep 2012 02:44 Mark as unsuitable?
    25. Sandra Barry's avatar Sandra Barry

      a great dancer - one known throughout the world

      Posted Sat, 08 Sep 2012 01:12 Under review

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