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Quote by Twyla Tharp

“My greatest fear in working is always the end. Lately I have taken to tricking myself into finishing by leaving a hole in the middle somewhere, then stitching the two pieces together - the Union Pacific approach.”

Book:Push Comes to Shove

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Push Comes to Shove

This book explores the consequences of personal conflicts and the struggle between right and wrong, offering a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged. more

Author

Twyla Tharp

Twyla Tharp, born on July 1, 1941, is an outstanding American dancer, choreographer, and director. Her dance works are known for their unique style and innovative arrangements, which have had a profound impact on the development of modern dance. more

“There are so few people who can really take hold of art and sort of eat and chew it up. Somehow it's got to be held special, sacred in a corner, and if you don't do the same thing with it, if you're not equally reverential, serious, and pompous about it, well, then you're not a great artist. Who needs that?”

People Ifs Needs Wells Art Artist Special Serious Sacred Corners Great Art Great Artist Pompous

Author:Twyla Tharp

“One clear difference between art and commercial work is that commercial work is exploitive: the work may be high quality but the intention is to sell product or tickets. Art exists with or without ticket sales.”

May Art Differences Quality Clear Products Sells Intention Tickets High Quality

Book:Push Comes to Shove

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“if you want to create art, you'd best have a deep belief in yourself and no ulterior motives.”

Ifs Want Art Belief Motive Belief In Yourself Ulterior Motive

Book:Push Comes to Shove

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“when the time came I would do battle with my mother for the right to sit at the center of my own life.”