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“The choreographer cannot deliberately make a ballet to appeal to an audience, he has to start from personal inspirations. He has to trust the ballet, to let it stand on its own strengths or fall on its weaknesses. If it reaches the audience, then he is lucky that round!”

Quote by Gerald Arpino

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Gerald Arpino was a renowned ballet choreographer, born on January 14, 1923, and passed away on October 29, 2008. He held a significant position in the American ballet world, known for his unique choreographic style and contributions to the art of ballet. more

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