ballet is an art form created by the movement of the human body. it can tell a story, or express a thought, concept or emotion. ballet can be magical, exciting, provoking, or disturbing.
ballet is a french word which had its origin in italian balleto, a dimunutive of ballo (dance) which comes from latin ballo, ballare, meaning "to dance" which comes from the greek word "ballizo", meaning "to dance, to jump out"
ballet's purpose is to use movement to express the music and illuminate human emotion and endeavor.
ballet originated from italian renaissance of the 15th century.
mademoiselle de lafontaine also known as la fontaine (1655-1738) was a french ballerina and is regarded as the first female professional ballet dancer