Perfection is a theory. You cannot be a perfect human being, perfect artist. You cannot be a perfect husband, you cannot be a perfect father probably and probably I am not. But go through your daily routine with hope you will be a little better in all respects, and do something meaningful

You see, dancers are quite mature people because they start performing so early. They become professionals when they start to take everyday classes.

Fundamentals are the building blocks of fun.

I want to do exactly what I want to do. I'd rather gamble on the box office than beg for a grant.

I was not extremely patriotic about Mother Russia. I played their game, pretending. You have to deal with, you know, party people, KGB. Horrifying.

Be. Good. To yourself, to other people, to everything you do. It's a norm of life by which people should try to live. Don't waste time. Be interesting and interested.

I get speeding ticket like everybody else. If the restaurant is full I'm waiting in line like everybody else.