Ballet is a type of dance that originated in Italy during the 15th Century Renaissance. Courts have organized major social events and ballet has become part of regular performances. The nobility even learned dance to participate. In the 16th century, the French queen of Italian origin Caterina de ‘Medici became patroness of ballet for the French courts. It remained a court performance until 1661, when King Louis XIV, son of Catherine, opened a dance academy. Its popularity spread throughout Europe, and from the 19th Century, it had reached Russia. Ballet companies began touring the Americas in the latter part of the 19th Century and the dance soon became popular there too.
Ballet development
Throughout the history of ballet performances, dance has evolved with the times. Beginning as a social dance for the courts, he did not take formal steps until the dance academy of King Louis XIV. After this, the ballet was performed as part of opera performances, referred to as opera-ballet. With the 1700s, Jean-Georges Noverre, a choreographer, began to draw the dances as stories. He taught the dancers to use facial expressions and facial expressions to help tell stories to get away from the opera ballet. The next important development did not occur until 1832, the romantic era of ballet. This is when women have become an integral part of production and pointe shoes and long, flowing tulle skirts have been introduced. Storytelling has shifted from myths to fairy tales and legends. In Russia, the ballet developed in such a way that the visualization technique was the main objective. The dances were choreographed to include as many jumps, curves and movements as possible. This focus on the technique set in motion also changes in the costumes. The short and classic tutu was introduced during this period so that members of the public could watch the dancers foot and legs.
Major Styles of Contemporary Ballet
Different styles of ballet have emerged over the years. Although many of these styles and variations continue to be performed, three in particular stand out as the most popular. These are classic, contemporary and neoclassical. Classical ballet is based on traditional techniques and words. It can be influenced by its regional origin or by its training method. Modern ballet incorporates various other dance traditions while maintaining the roots of classical ballet. It can be influenced by jazz, modern dance or ethnic dance. The neoclassical ballet follows the classical tradition of ballet while using abstract concepts. Often it does not follow a clear plot.
Benefits of the study of ballet
Today, people from all over the world study ballet. Ballet learning is said to improve posture and strengthen weak muscles. Helps teach mind-body coordination and how to maintain concentration and concentration. Moreover, ballet is often the base from which to learn other forms of dance and sports, such as skating and gymnastics. Perhaps the most important thing, the study of ballet teaches to perseverance.
