"How does the choreographer translate an inner vision into dance imagery? From what styles and traditions has today's choreography evolved? How do such elements as body language, content, structure, music, and set design work together to create a dance experience?".

"Dance writer Joan Cass offers indispensable information on the elements of choreography. In clear language, with examples from both Western and worldwide traditions, Cass highlight and explains the special qualities that mark the best dance creation and performance."--BOOK JACKET.