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In my ballets, woman is first. Men are consorts. God made men to sing the praises of women. They are not equal to men: T
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"In my ballets, woman is first. Men are consorts. God made men to sing the praises of women. They are not equal to men: They are better"

- George Balanchine

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This quote by George Balanchine speaks to the significance of females in his ballets. He believes that women should be the focus of the ballets, with guys playing a supporting function. He likewise believes that God made males to sing the applauds of ladies, suggesting that women are superior to males. This quote speaks to Balanchine's view of gender functions and the value of ladies in his work. He thinks that ladies need to be the focus of his ballets, which men need to be the ones to praise them. This quote likewise talks to Balanchine's view of the power of ladies and their value worldwide. He thinks that females are not equivalent to men, but rather much better. This quote is a testimony to Balanchine's view of gender functions and the significance of ladies in his work.

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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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