Body Quote by Justin Peck
“There's an innate feeling when I choreograph in juxtaposition to how I feel as a dancer. When I choreograph, I never really look into the mirror. But as dancers, we always check ourselves in the mirror. I do feel that when I choreograph, I am making a dance on my own body. Much of it is my own response to the music.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Dance Magazine, 2020
Describes how choreographing is an intimate, personal response to music, distinct from performance self‑inspection.
In simple terms: Choreography is personal, not about mirror image.
Trust your body’s instinct.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dance rehearsals
- creative workshops
- personal artistic projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal feeling shape your choreography?
- In what ways does music influence movement choices?
May undervalue collaborative input.