French ballet
Gallic classical dance
French ballet is the classical tradition of theatrical dance that originated in the French royal court and became codified in France during the 17th and 18th centuries.
The style emphasizes precise footwork, graceful port de bras, and elegant restraint rather than athletic virtuosity.
French terminology remains standard in ballet worldwide—plié, tendu, pirouette—reflecting this foundational influence.
She trained in French ballet before moving to a Russian company.
- tutuShort projecting dance skirt
- pirouetteBallet turn on one foot
- pointeBallet's tiptoe technique
- arabesqueFlowing ornamental design
- grand jetéBallet's flying split
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