Ballet Quote by Arlene Croce
“Ballet is only good when it is great.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Ballet, 1978
Ballet must be great, not merely good, to be worthwhile.
In simple terms: Only great ballet matters.
Key Takeaway
Strive for excellence, not mediocrity.
Themes
art
excellence
standards
critique
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
artistic
critical
When to use this quote
- dance criticism
- art education
- personal practice
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
performance standards
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines greatness for you?
- Can good be enough?
A Different Perspective
Greatness is subjective and elitist.
