It's time for there to be roles in the ballet where two men can fall in love, and a woman can lead a company of 20 dancers that include both men and women. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
The future of ballet is really in the hands of the creators, so if it's something that interests them to push the envelope with gender roles, then I think it will change. But if that's not of interest to a… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
There is a clearing for new creative thought in choreography. I don't feel intimidated; there is a lot I can do that is new… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
When I put on my consumer hat, and I'm buying tickets to be entertained, I'm not interested in seeing, like, 'Don Quixote.' Unless someone… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
There needs to be more encouragement and support for women - at an impressionable age - to explore that choreographic side of their brains. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
My movement is usually about finding the balance between artistry, athleticism, and musicality. It always originates with a classical basis and expands outwards from… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
When I'm in sneakers, it changes my body carriage. I feel more in my own skin. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
If I get a commission, it's like a flood of creative thought and energy. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
I'm always interested in linking dance to mundane behavior that everyone can relate to. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
I really enjoyed watching a ballerina named Denise Dabrowski who used to dance at California Ballet. She was a beautiful ballerina and role model… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
I've always thought of the process of creating ballets as being this kind of team effort. It's not like being a painter, where you… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
The idea of having a narrative guiding the viewer through and grasping their attention is a really compelling thing. — Justin Peck Copy Share Image
When I saw 'Hamilton,' there was so much information so fast, I had to keep up with it. I find that quality in art… — Justin Peck Copy Share Image