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I had certain physical limitations that made me change the choreography for myself or made me more interested in choreog
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"I had certain physical limitations that made me change the choreography for myself or made me more interested in choreography only rather than dancing. I have never been a person who wanted to just dance. I have always been interested in developing for other people"

- Katherine Dunham

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Katherine Dunham was a distinguished dancer, choreographer, and anthropologist. In this quote, she is expressing her experience with physical limitations and how it has formed her career. She explains that her physical limitations have actually caused her to focus more on choreography than dancing. She likewise exposes that she has actually never been a person who wished to simply dance, however rather has constantly been interested in establishing choreography for other people. This quote speaks to her dedication to her craft and her passion for helping others. It likewise reveals her strength in the face of physical constraints, as she has actually been able to utilize them to her advantage and develop an effective career.

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Katherine Dunham This quote is written / told by Katherine Dunham between June 22, 1909 and May 21, 2006. She was a famous Dancer from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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