Ballet Quote by Carine Roitfeld
“I am very obsessed with ballet now because it is a very difficult sport and a beautiful one because it is not about money. It's not like playing football or tennis - dance has no sponsors, it's just for the beauty. Maybe it is the only last pure sport.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Vogue, 2018
Ballet is a demanding, beautiful sport focused on art rather than profit, unlike commercial sports.
In simple terms: Ballet is pure art, not money‑driven.
Key Takeaway
Value artistic integrity over commercial gain.
Themes
art
sport
purity
Mood
reflective
passionate
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dance education
- arts funding
- personal training
- cultural commentary
Key Concepts
aesthetic value
non‑commercial sport
Questions to Reflect On
- Why choose a non‑sponsored sport?
- How does lack of money affect artistic growth?
A Different Perspective
Financial sustainability for pure arts is difficult.
