Attending Quote by Twyla Tharp

“Dance should not just divide people into audience and performers. Everyone should be a participant, whether going to classes or attending special events or rehearsals.”

Twyla Tharp

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This is not a pleasant route for many young people to consider. You have to be either hopelessly passionate, or very stupid.

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I don't think that scheduling is uncreative. I think that structure is required for creativity.

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I have been working or attending school full time since I was 13.

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