“In theatre or in ballet, the ballerina always passes on what they know. It's a hands-on craft. You can't really learn the soul and the pathos of it if you just see a video. It has to be taught by someone who is in the know.”

American dancer, actress, choreographer, and singer

Ann Reinking was an American dancer, actress, choreographer, and singer. Born in 1949 and active on Broadway and in film, she became known for her work in musical theatre, especially as a star of major stage productions. Her Broadway credits included Over Here! (1974), Goodtime Charley (1975), Chicago (1977), Dancin' (1978), and Sweet Charity (1986). She also appeared on screen in All That Jazz (1979), Annie (1982), and Micki & Maude (1984), building a career that moved between stage performance, choreography, and film.