I'm often asked, 'Where do you get your ideas?' ...It's like asking, 'Where do you find air to breathe?' Ideas are all around you.

I don't believe in rushing and saying this is done and over with. That form of rebellion doesn't make sense to me. I've always attempted to familiarize myself with the traditions, and consider that a responsibility of the artist.

The ballet needs to tell its own story in such a way it can be received without having to be translated into language.

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

When you stimulate your body, your brain comes alive in ways you can't simulate in a sedentary position.

When it all comes together, a creative life has the nourishing power we normally associate with food, love and faith.

Metaphor is the lifeblood of all art.