19th century Quote by Twyla Tharp
“There's the tradition of the 19th-century ballets, and the 20th century has had a difficult time with that tradition. And it's had a difficult time with many components of the Romantic imagination because of modernism.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on ballet tradition, 1990s
Modernism challenged Romantic ballet, making 20th‑century works struggle with past conventions.
In simple terms: Modernism disrupted classic ballet traditions.
Key Takeaway
Embrace innovation while honoring tradition.
Themes
art
history
modernism
tradition
creativity
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
critical
historical
When to use this quote
- dance companies
- choreographers
- theater programming
- arts education
Key Concepts
cultural shift
artistic evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How can choreographers blend old and new?
- What aspects of Romantic imagination remain relevant?
A Different Perspective
Balancing heritage and novelty can alienate audiences.
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