From well worn leg warmers to colorful costumes, from practice sessions and warm-ups to choreography and rehearsals, Edwards seeks out the emotional and physical components of the dancer's life, culminating in the actual performance. Short quotations from well-known choreographers and dancers such as Alvin Ailey and Merce Cunningham accompany the photographs. A dramatic backstage look at the world of modern and classical dance that will be an illumination to enthusiasts everywhere.