The real American type can never be a ballet dancer. The legs are too long, the body too supple and the spirit too free for this school of affected grace and toe walking.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that the typical American body type is not well-suited for ballet dancing. American dancers tend to have longer legs, more flexible bodies, and a freer spirit compared to the precise, controlled movements required in ballet. The elaborate and delicate steps of ballet, such as walking on the tips of the toes, do not match the natural, expressive style of the American dancer.
About Isadora Duncan
Isadora Duncan was an American-born dancer and choreographer who pioneered modern contemporary dance. She performed to great acclaim throughout Europe and the US until her tragic death in 1927 when her scarf became entangled in the wheel of a car she was travelling in.
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