A Short History of Ballet

When you think of ballet, what comes to mind? Delicate pointe shoes, gilded tutus, and glittering stages? That's only part of the story. Beneath the beauty lies a rich, dynamic history shaped by centuries of evolution. Join Cynthia Dragoni, Creative Director of "The Dance Lens", on a captivating journey through the history of ballet. From its origins in the opulent courts of Baroque France to the bold, boundary-pushing works of today. Discover how ballet evolved across five major eras - Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Neoclassical, and Contemporary- and learn about the cultural shifts, iconic performances, and revolutionary innovations that shaped each one. Ballet isn't just a performance, it's a living, changing art form.