He really did have an exponential effect on the next generation of choreographers and dancers,'' Reinking said. He demanded the best from you, and you wanted to give it. So you got better. I hope I do it. It's like being a parent, a psychiatrist, a disciplinarian and a friend.
Pacing is so crucial,'' Reinking explains.
I think sometimes dancers have an inner clock. When the pace is off, I can feel it. It doesn't hurt to have worked with the best directors and choreographers over the last several decades. Besides Fosse, there were shows with Michael Bennett, Agnes de Mille, Michael Kidd and a movie with Stanley Donen. You watch a lot,'' Reinking said.