Natalia Makarova quotes

Natalia Makarova is a renowned Russian ballerina and choreographer, celebrated for her artistry and versatility. International acclaim followed her acclaimed performances with the Kirov Ballet and later with major Western companies after her defection. She has contributed immensely to the world of ballet, earning numerous awards and inspiring generations of dancers. Here are 17 of her quotes:

Dancers, many dancers today can do so much technically. You can give them steps that are complicated, then more complicated, pyrotechnical - and they can execute these steps to perfection. But to do simple steps with a pure classical line, that is truly difficult. (Natalia Makarova)
All ballet, all reading, all music. That was my world, my inner world. View quote
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I want to be free... free to develop my art. View quote
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To look back all the time is boring. Excitement lies in tomorrow. View quote
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It's a hard life... but if I could, I would do it all again. View quote
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You cannot dance an arabesque in 'Swan Lake' and 'Nutcracker' the same way. View quote
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Even the ears must dance. View quote
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I travel like a gypsy, and I didn't know how I could perform and be a mother. View quote
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I think often that God is guiding me. View quote
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Because my profession is the body, it is a relaxation for me to get out of physicality and concentrate on more mental things. View quote
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I don't keep my secrets or my knowledge to myself. (Natalia Makarova)
All of the very important events in my life happen by chance. View quote
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Many people thought I would never succeed, because I am so Russian. So Russian, hundred percent. View quote
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It's not possible to be perfect - you can always do something better. I'm never proud of what I've done. Sometimes, I'm not ashamed. View quote
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I recently learn a new word: insatiable. That's me. View quote
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Technical things are getting more mechanical. Take 'Swan Lake,' the Black Swan pas de deux. Now, my goodness, they're turning not just 32 fouettes - but double or triple pirouettes. View quote
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Usually, English personalities are difficult; they dont take criticism easily. View quote
Natalia Makarova

Natalia Makarova

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Occupation: Russian Dancer
Born: November 21, 1940
Quotes count: 17