Balance Quote by Mary Wigman
“I knew that, without killing the creative mood, I had to keep the balance between my emotional outburst and the merciless discipline of a super-personal control, thus submitting myself ti the self-imposed law of dance composition”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Dance theory, early 20th century
The dancer must balance emotional expression with disciplined technique, imposing self‑rules to shape choreography.
In simple terms: Control emotions through disciplined dance.
Blend feeling with strict structure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rehearsals
- performance preparation
- choreographic planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when discipline outweighs impulse?
- When should emotion lead over structure?
Too much control can stifle spontaneity.