I really feel sorry for new generation. It's hard to find backbone. I never had crisis of identity. But I think many Americans have it.
From Natalia Makarova
To look back all the time is boring. Excitement lies in tomorrow.
You cannot dance an arabesque in 'Swan Lake' and 'Nutcracker' the same way.
Technical things are getting more mechanical. Take 'Swan Lake,' the Black Swan pas de deux. Now, my goodness, they're turning not just 32 fouettes - but double or triple pirouettes.
I travel like a gypsy, and I didn't know how I could perform and be a mother.
I don't keep my secrets or my knowledge to myself.
Because my profession is the body, it is a relaxation for me to get out of physicality and concentrate on more mental things.
Usually, English personalities are difficult; they don't take criticism easily.
All of the very important events in my life happen by chance.
Many people thought I would never succeed, because I am so Russian. So Russian, hundred percent.
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