Woman Kazuo Quote by Kazuo Ohno
““In reply to the often asked question why he performs dressed as a woman, Kazuo has repeatedly stated: “My intention in dressing as a woman onstage has never been to become a female impersonator, or to transform myself into a woman. Rather, I want to trace my life back to its most distant origins. More so than anything else, I long to return to where I’ve come from.””
About This Quote
Source Performance: Contemporary Dance, Kazuo Ohno, 1970s
He dresses as a woman to reconnect with his deepest origins, not to impersonate or become female.
In simple terms: He seeks his roots, not a gender role.
Key Takeaway
Explore personal origins beyond surface identity.
Themes
identity
origins
performance
self‑exploration
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- theatre
- personal rituals
- identity workshops
- heritage projects
Key Concepts
existential search
cultural memory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “returning to origins” mean for you?
- How do you express identity beyond appearance?
A Different Perspective
May be misinterpreted as gender commentary rather than spiritual quest.
