Suzanne Farrell Quotes

A collection of quotes by Suzanne Farrell.

Suzanne Farrell, born on August 16, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, is an acclaimed American ballerina. She rose to prominence as a principal dancer for the New York City Ballet under the guidance of George Balanchine. Known for her expressive style and technical prowess, Farrell became one of the most influential dancers of her generation. She collaborated closely with Balanchine, inspiring him to create numerous iconic ballets specifically for her. Following her retirement from performing, Farrell devoted herself to teaching and founded her own ballet company, the Suzanne Farrell Ballet.

I think especially in a world where you have so little say a

I think especially in a world where you have so little say about what goes on in your life, or in the politics of the world around you, it is wonderful to go into that studio, and tell yourself what to do.

Suzanne Farrell


The body can do amazing things in a situation when it is rea

The body can do amazing things in a situation when it is really called for.

Suzanne Farrell

Amazing

That the work involved, the willingness to take chances, the

That the work involved, the willingness to take chances, the commitment, the opportunity to get on stage and make people happy, was more important than becoming famous, or even what I was dancing.

Suzanne Farrell

Famous

I'm thought of as a cool, unemotional dancer, but inside I'm

I'm thought of as a cool, unemotional dancer, but inside I'm not.

Suzanne Farrell

Cool