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In ballet a complicated story is impossible to tell... we cant dance synonyms
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"In ballet a complicated story is impossible to tell... we can't dance synonyms"

- George Balanchine

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This quote by George Balanchine talks to the limitations of ballet as a form of narration. Balanchine is claiming that it is impossible to tell a difficult tale via ballet due to the fact that the language of ballet is restricted. Ballet is a physical art type, therefore it relies on movement and also body movement to interact. This indicates that it is not possible to utilize words or synonyms to share a tale. Rather, the tale has to be informed with the motions of the dancers. Balanchine is emphasizing that ballet is an effective form of narration, however it is limited in its ability to inform a challenging tale. It is a visual art form that depends on the audience to interpret the tale being told. Balanchine is highlighting the importance of the target market in comprehending the tale being told via ballet. He is additionally emphasizing the value of the choreographer in producing a tale that can be recognized via activity. Dancing is an effective kind of storytelling, however it is restricted in its ability to inform a difficult tale.

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Russia Flag This quote is written / told by George Balanchine between January 9, 1904 and April 30, 1983. He/she was a famous Dancer from Russia. The author also have 5 other quotes.

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