Ballet originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century. Over the past six centuries ballet has evolved to include classical, neo-classical, and contemporary styles of movement. The versatility seen in the ballet companies of today is far different from what most people perceive ballet to be.
A piece created for TED-Ed about the art form and evolution of ballet
Meet Boston Ballet principal dancer Kathleen Breen Combes in this new video series. This video will give you a glimpse into the personality behind the artist as she shares childhood stories, performance memories, and what keeps her inspired every day.
Principal Video from Boston Ballet
