Patricia McBride Quotes


I was determined to dance. That's why I lasted so long.


Citations

Kisselgoff, Anna. "McBride, in Her 30th Year, To Retire From City Ballet." The New York Times, 27 Apr. 1989, p. C19.

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Patricia McBride
Patricia McBride
  • Born: August 23, 1942
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Ballerina, Teacher

Patricia McBride is a ballerina who spent nearly 30 years dancing with the New York City Ballet. McBride joined the New York City Ballet in 1959. She became a principal in 1961, becoming the company's youngest principal. She danced with the company for 30 years, including roles created for her by choreographers George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.