Dance Quote by Tatsumi Hijikata
“Western dance begins with its feet firmly planted on the ground whereas Butoh begins with a dance wherein the dancer tries in vain to find his feet”
About This Quote
Source Performance Art: Butoh, 1959, Japan
Western dance emphasizes grounded stability; Butoh explores destabilization and the search for identity through movement.
In simple terms: Western dance is grounded; Butoh seeks to lose footing.
Key Takeaway
Embrace both stability and vulnerability in movement.
Themes
dance
identity
contrast
movement
performance
Mood
reflective
experimental
artistic
Type
philosophical
descriptive
When to use this quote
- theatre rehearsal
- dance class
- personal expression
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
embodiment
existential search
cultural tradition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does grounding affect emotional expression?
- What can destabilization reveal about self?
A Different Perspective
Butoh’s abstract nature may alienate audiences accustomed to conventional dance.
