A Photographic History of the Rockettes and Christmas Spectacular

Presents pop-up scenes from the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.

The true story of how Radio City Music Hall, Art Deco masterpiece and one of New York City's iconic tourist attractions and cultural landmarks, was saved from demolition is told at last. Nearly forty years later, Rosemary Novellino-Mearns, Dance Captain of the legendary Radio City Music Hall Ballet Company during the 1970s, tells the amazing story of how she motivated a small group of dedicated colleagues, friends, media and political allies to join forces, challenge the Rockefeller establishment and, against all odds, save "the Showplace of the Nation."

Most people know the Rockettes from their annual appearance in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and from their Christmas Spectacular Show. Not only are the Rockettes the world's finest precision dancers, they are part of America's history. Explore the glamour, hard work and events that make the Rockettes the dance troupe that they are today. This photo journey begins with one man's dream and evolves into the legacy of the women who are today's Rockettes. From the magnificent Radio Music Hall to the dance routines, costumes, sets and movie premiers.... Everything that influenced the Rockettes is here.

"A heartwarming true-life fable from the Radio City Christmas Spectacular Santa--including his personal journey of discovering the magic of Christmas"--Provided by publisher.

This is a celebration of the most popular live holiday show in the world. It is the history of Radio City Music Hall, the Radio City Rockettes, and the 90-minute spectacular that has entertained millions of people over the last eight decades. It is a chance to go behind-the-scenes to see just how the show is created, from the stunning sets to the impressive choreography"-- Introduction.