Ballet Quote by Oscar Levant
““Ballet is the faeries' baseball””
About This Quote
Source Quote: Personal commentary, Oscar Levant, 2015
Ballet is compared to a whimsical sport played by fairies, highlighting its grace and imaginative nature.
In simple terms: Ballet is like a magical sport.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate the artistry of ballet.
Themes
art
imagination
grace
playfulness
Mood
playful
creative
Type
metaphorical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- watching ballet
- teaching dance
- creative writing
- visual arts
Key Concepts
aesthetic theory
performance art
mythic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes ballet feel magical to you?
- How does imagination influence your perception of sport?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may downplay ballet’s discipline.
