I've usually never felt comfortable shooting until things…
“I've usually never felt comfortable shooting until things were kind of claustrophobic, but ballet dancers need a lot of space, so the sets that I designed had to be big. Normally, I'd design a kitchen that was half the size of a normal kitchen, just to make everything feel kind of womb-like, but the kitchen in a ballet would have to be like 100 feet wide and just as long.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Ballet set design demands expansive space, unlike cramped kitchens that feel womb‑like.
In simple terms: Ballet needs big sets;kitchens feel intimate.
Key Takeaway
Design spaces to fit purpose.
Themes
design
space
art
psychology
Mood
creative
thoughtful
Type
artistic
practical
When to use this quote
- theatre production
- interior design
- architecture
Key Concepts
environmental psychology
set design
Questions to Reflect On
- How does space affect performance?
- What balance works for you?
A Different Perspective
Large spaces can be costly and impractical.