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Dancers are a great breed of people. And they really want…

“Dancers are a great breed of people. And they really want to dance so you don't have to beg them to work. However, dancers sometimes build walls around themselves because they are presenting themselves all the time: dancing is very much a confession.” quote by Suzanne Farrell
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“Dancers are a great breed of people. And they really want to dance so you don't have to beg them to work. However, dancers sometimes build walls around themselves because they are presenting themselves all the time: dancing is very much a confession.”

Suzanne Farrell

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker notes that dancers are intrinsically motivated, yet they often protect themselves by building emotional walls because their art is an intimate confession.

In simple terms: Dancers love to dance but may hide emotions due to vulnerability.

Key Takeaway

Respect and support dancers' emotional boundaries.

Themes

art vulnerability motivation

Mood

appreciative thoughtful

Type

inspirational observational

When to use this quote

  • rehearsals
  • auditions
  • team collaborations
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

psychology performance studies

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we create safe spaces for artistic confession?
  • What boundaries help protect performers' emotional health?
A Different Perspective

Dancers may still feel pressured despite their love for dance.

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