Thursday, April 8, 2010

This is a painting of ballerinas in a studio in the 1700's. It was painted by Degas.
www.vialin.com. Web. 8 Apr 2010. .


The Paris Opera where Noverre had his ballet debut.
smarthistory.org. Web. 8 Apr 2010. .
The costumes of ballet were once as big as a ball gown. Jean George influenced the changes to short tutus to better see the technique.
alletdanceguide.com. Web. 8 Apr 2010. .

When Noverre started ballet was all about the men. He helped change the role of women.
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I helped influence new ballet costumes.
"Ballerinas Back Stage." Web. 8 Apr 2010. .

Degas painted these in the 1700's, and i thought they were beautiful.
"Degas Ballerinas in Rehearsal." Web. 8 Apr 2010. .

Paris my home, and the love of my life.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010


Portrait of the ballet master, Jean George Noverre.

Scene of a Jean George Noverre inspired ballet-Chinese Dance.

This is the cover Noverre's legendary commentary on dance and theatre that expressed his unique performing theories.