Drawing on essays, poetry, and excerpts from Graham's own notebook, Acts of Light considers the narrative, dramatic, and philosophical base for each dance, and offers reflections on its contemporary relevance for today's audience. Appealing to dance historians, professional dancers, students of dance, and those with interests in the performing arts, this book provides an insightful appreciation of the living influence of Graham as a 20th-century icon. John Deane's portrait, fashion, and dance pictures have appeared in numerous national and international magazines. Since his collaboration with the Martha Graham Dance Company began with the Company's return to City Center in May 2002, the body of work they have produced together has been used in a wide range of media to promote the Company. In the spring of 2004 he began working with the Boston Ballet, producing all the promotional images for their 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 seasons