Patricia McBride Quotes

Patricia McBride

Profession : Dancer

Birth : August 23, 1942

When I hung up my toe shoes, I didn't look back. In all my years, I have never looked back.

Patricia McBride

In Europe, a great dancer might be on the same level as a movie star. In America, not so.

Patricia McBride

Mr. Balanchine was a great gentleman, and he loved his dancers. He was devoted to his company. He came to the ballet every night, and his presence was felt. It was like the whole company was dancing for him. And if he liked you, he trusted you to be yourself. He didn't try to change you and make you into something you were not.

Patricia McBride

When you're a star, critics can't make or break you.

Patricia McBride