Matthew Bourne quotes

Matthew Bourne is a renowned British choreographer, famous for his groundbreaking work in contemporary dance and reimagining of classical ballets. With over three decades of experience in the industry, Bourne has pushed the boundaries of traditional dance, infusing it with innovation and storytelling. His mesmerizing productions, including "Swan Lake" and "The Car Man," have captivated audiences worldwide. As a visionary artist, Matthew Bourne has received numerous accolades and awards, cementing his place as a trailblazer in the dance world. Discover the genius of Bourne's transformative performances, and experience the magic of his unique artistic vision.

The reason I'm travelling so much is because of reasons that weren't completely planned. Several of the shows became successful and were invited to go to other places and they've all happened at similar times.

- Matthew Bourne

People know that they're going to see something which is entertaining but challenging as well because of the form it's in. It's dance theatre and it requires you to use your imagination - it's not straight forward.

- Matthew Bourne

My company is known for being funny as well as moving. You get a bit of everything in these shows. I think people know they're going to have a surprising experience.

- Matthew Bourne

With any project there's one or two things that you really want to do and that's going to crack it.

- Matthew Bourne

When it comes down to it, it's giving people a good night out in a basic way and I think my company guarantees that. There's always something new and something to excite us and surprise us, and that's why people come back, I hope.

- Matthew Bourne

I'm very conscious that I want the dance audience to respond and respect what I'm doing, so I'm always very true to the music and I honour the music in the way I see it - I don't mess around with the music.

- Matthew Bourne