Ballet Ballet originated in Italy, but it is thought France and Russia. The word ballet comes from the French and was borrowed into English around the 17th century. Ballet is a form of dancing performed for theatre audiences. Like other dance forms, ballet may tell a story express a mood, or simply reflect the music. The choreographer, composer, and scenery and costume designer work together as a team. But the dancing is the most important part of a ballet.A theatrical presentation of group or solo dancing to a musical, usually with costume and effects. Ballet emerged in late 15 century. The female dancers are called ballerinas, the male dancers are called danseur. It is important for ballerinas to have good arches in their feet. Ballet is a specific type of dance.The designer must plan scenery and costumes that allow the dancers space and freedom of movement. You need to be tall and thin you use ballet shoes or Pointe shoes for this dance. Uses classical music ballet focuses on 5 positions ballet developed in Italy. Women have more importance than men. Most ballerinas wear out 2-3 pairs of Pointe shoes per week. Maria Tallchief born January 24, 1925)in Fairfax she was an American ballerina. From 1942 to 1947 she danced with the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, but she is best known for her time with the New York City Ballet.1947 to 1965she became the leading ballerina of the New York City Ballet.