1. History Of Ballet
Starting in A.D. 1300 and lasting for over 300 years, culture and the arts began to spread throughout Europe. ... Before long, dancing became a consequential part of the social life of the courts and noble houses of Europe. ... For the first time in history, mime, music and dancing were all sensibly combined to tell one story. ... Unlike any other production before this point in history, Ballet Comique de la Reine cost several million francs and was considered a great political and social success. Although this particular piece was only performed once, it was widely imitated throughout Europe...
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