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Ballet Quote by Misty Copeland

“It takes a lot of money to be a part of the ballet world. Both the training and the supplies are expensive, the shoes, the leotards and the tights.” quote by Misty Copeland
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“It takes a lot of money to be a part of the ballet world. Both the training and the supplies are expensive, the shoes, the leotards and the tights.”

Misty Copeland

About This Quote

Source Interview: Ballet Economics, 2020

Ballet demands high financial investment for training and equipment, making entry costly.

In simple terms: Ballet is expensive to pursue.

Key Takeaway

Plan finances before training.

Themes

art economics accessibility

Mood

pragmatic realistic

Type

professional informative

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • student budgeting
  • equipment purchase

Key Concepts

cultural capital social inequality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you fund ballet dreams?
  • What alternatives exist?
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