Ballet In France Research Paper

Ballet in France Ballet is an art form that had its origin from France. Ballet is a way to tell a story, express an emotion, or simply move to music. In the 1600’s ballet was in its early stages of development. It was more ceremony that artistic expression. Ballet later took on a public dimension and instructional techniques were developed by many. The first ballet school opened in France in 1661. Louis XIV was the founder of the school. The school was called Académie Royale de Danse. In 1661 only men were allowed to dance. 1681 was the first year that women could dance. The woman had to wear ankle long dresses, which is not how the ballet dancers look today. Until 1789 the dancers also sang songs and recited poems.