The classical dance has its origins in the salon court balls in Europe. These dances were trying to amuse or entertain the nobility with simple, practical and accessible. In the Renaissance gave impetus to the dance, which became increasingly complex to require the attendance of teachers to be able to do.
This also enabled the change of facilities for its execution. In ballroom dances were performed dances in the audience, without a specific space, but eventually take place before an audience. In establishing the difference narrowed dancing space and focused the development of the steps and choreographic composition, ie the cast in the organized space where fantasy and freedom sought. Read the rest of this entry »