Choreographers Quote by Pearl Primus
“Why do I dance? Dance is my medicine. It’s the scream which eases for a while the terrible frustration common to all human beings who because of race, creed, or color, are ‘invisible’. Dance is the fist with which I fight the sickening ignorance of prejudice.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Dance and Social Justice, Pearl Primus, 1970s
Dance serves as a therapeutic outlet and a form of protest against marginalization and prejudice.
In simple terms: Dance heals and fights oppression.
Key Takeaway
Use movement to process emotions and challenge bias.
Themes
expression
social justice
healing
activism
Mood
empowering
defiant
Type
inspirational
activist
When to use this quote
- personal trauma
- community gatherings
- public demonstrations
- workshops
Key Concepts
embodiment
catharsis
resistance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you incorporate dance into daily coping?
- In what ways can movement raise awareness of injustice?
A Different Perspective
Physical expression may not reach all audiences; some may misinterpret intent.
