History of Ballet in 1735

Hey fellow Tutu Lovers! 💖 Emma here, your friendly neighbourhood ballerina, ready to take you on a journey back to the fabulous year of 1735. As always, it's my mission to make ballet history as fun and accessible as a twirling pirouette, and, of course, to encourage everyone to don a pink tutu! (The more, the merrier, I say!)

To get us back in the groove, my time travel device - lovingly named 'The Tutu Time Machine' - whizzed me back to 1735. Let's just say, street ballet in Derbyshire was decidedly less trendy, and the shops definitely didn't have as much fabulous tulle! 😂 But even though fashion and footwear were a little more practical, let's not forget, 1735 was a groundbreaking year for ballet!

At the heart of all things ballet in 1735, we find King Louis XV and his grand Court in Paris. Imagine the opulent décor, the exquisite music, the vibrant costumes... all centred around this extraordinary art form! This year was a real game-changer, with the creation of the Académie Royale de Danse, the precursor to today's renowned Paris Opera Ballet. Think of it as the royal ballet school, responsible for training some of the most incredible dancers in Europe. Talk about an impressive foundation!

What was happening on stage in this thrilling year? Well, 1735 saw the world premiere of "Le Triomphe des Amours" by Jean-Georges Noverre, known as the 'Father of Modern Ballet'. This piece was revolutionary, introducing innovative choreography with more natural, expressive movement, and even incorporating a ballet plot! Imagine a story with choreography – groundbreaking, wasn't it?

Just imagine the grandeur, the elegance! A scene filled with stunning costumes and breathtaking choreography. You just know it was a dazzling show!

The costumes themselves in 1735 weren't all about long flowing tulle tutus, mind you. Think more corseted bodices and elaborate gowns, often made of silks and satins. These dancers moved gracefully in their flowing fabrics, with their pointe shoes nowhere in sight, of course. But it wasn't all about formal wear – they would wear light and practical attire for their street performances! If only we could turn the clocks back and see them dancing with grace in their graceful dresses...

Imagine a scene, set in a Parisian garden or the heart of a lively street fair, a dancer adorned in an intricately patterned silk dress, with hair elegantly piled high, gracefully executing a series of beautifully elegant moves – enchanting! It was a different world then, a world where art was cherished, movement was captivating, and grace and beauty ruled!

As I hopped back onto The Tutu Time Machine, I couldn't help but feel the legacy of 1735. This year sowed the seeds for the incredible ballet we know and love today. From the establishment of prestigious academies to the rise of expressive choreography, it all began back then!

My hope, Tutu Lovers, is that as we all embrace the joy of ballet, whether in the theatre or on the street, we can continue to bring this beautiful art form into a new era. An era where tutus, especially pink ones, are proudly worn everywhere and everyone embraces the beauty of movement and expression! So, put on your own pink tutu and dance with pride! 🩰 💖