Bars Quote by Jennifer Dunning
“A twinge of wonderment that might charm the most cynical of New York dance fans…They raise the bar, and then they jump over it.”
About This Quote
A fleeting sense of awe that can win over even the most skeptical audience, highlighting how performers exceed expectations by surpassing their own standards.
In simple terms: Surpassing expectations astonishes skeptics.
Key Takeaway
Exceeding norms captivates audiences.
Themes
awe
skepticism
performance
excellence
innovation
Mood
inspired
admiring
curious
Type
observation
critique
commentary
When to use this quote
- live dance review
- artistic critique
- cultural commentary
Key Concepts
expectation
standard
audience perception
Practical Applications
- marketing for performance arts
- creative direction
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists consistently raise their own bar?
- What role does audience skepticism play in artistic evolution?
![“Faced with the blazing magnificence of the everyday, the artist is both humbled and provoked. There are photographs now of events on an unimaginable scale [...] When we look at these images, there is, yes, legitimate wonderment at our own lengthening reach and grasp. But it would be vain indeed to…” quote by Salman Rushdie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/12f/salman-rushdie-153_art_faced-with-the-blazing-magnificence-of-t_1334879.jpg)
