Quotes by Sylvie Guillem

I just don't like authority. I do like authority when I respect it.

I like creation even if it is a bit difficult. It is always very exciting.

If an idea comes and I am attracted to it, I will do it.

I cannot stand unfairness.

I am very interested in nature.

Things that make me angry and sad, I cannot hide. It's not because I want to be a rebel; it's my instinct. When something touches me deeply, I really have to react.

When I was doing gymnastics, I was playing. It was fun. The ballet was not fun at all. Yes, I agree you must have discipline, but you don't need to be a witch. You can't teach a child like that. Three times a week, I went back to train as a gymnast. Then I was happy.

I had never a thought of training to be a ballerina. I was a normal child. I never dreamed of the tutu.

I don't think you can ever leave the stage easily.

Working with a new style of choreography is always a period of adaptation.