Quote by Leslie Fiedler

When I was 12 years old, someone took me to see Martha Graham. It was nothing like what I thought of as serious dancing and even then I knew I was having a great experience. It was as if somebody was moving through space like no one ever did before.

When I was 12 years old, someone took me to see Martha Graha

Summary

This quote reflects a transformative moment in the speaker's life when they witnessed Martha Graham's performance at the tender age of 12. Despite having preconceived notions about "serious dancing," the experience was eye-opening and held a profound impact on the observer. The use of words like "great experience" and "moving through space like no one ever did before" signifies the extraordinary nature of Graham's performance and hints at its groundbreaking and innovative qualities. Overall, the quote emphasizes the transcendent power of art to challenge and reshape one's perceptions.

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By Leslie Fiedler

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