Classical Ballet Article Index for
Classical 		Website Links For
Classical 		 

Information About

Classical Ballet
  CATEGORIES ABOUT CLASSICAL BALLET
   
ballet
   
dance
   
SHOPPER'S DELIGHT
 
Shop For:  
Department
Price Minimum:
Price Maximum:
      



TheFreeDictionary.com defines classical ballet as "a style of ballet based on precise conventional steps performed with graceful and flowing movements".

Classical ballet is based on the steps, positions and body carriage that originated before the 20th century. Classical ballets are dance performances that were choreographed before the 20th century.

There are six styles of training in classical ballet, the most common being Vaganova, Chechetti, Royal, and Balanchine.