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Ballet History

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What does the word Ballet mean?   The Italian word balleto meaning "little dance"  
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When and where did ballet begin?   In Italy during the Renaissance  
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Who, when and where did Ballet move to?   Catherine de Medici in the 16th century moved ballet to France.  
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What did King Louis the XIV do and when?   Refined Ballet in the 17th century  
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What did Louis create and when?   The Royal Academy of Dance in 1661  
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Who created the 5 positions of feet and arms?   Pierre Beauchamps  
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What is the oldest ballet company and when was it created?   The Paris Opera Ballet in 1669  
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What another country played a role in the development of ballet   Russia  
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