Deirdre Kelly
Author of Ballerina: Sex, Scandal and Suffering Behind the Symbol of Perfection
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Mar 26, 2024 • 56min
The Dark History of Ballet
Deirdre Kelly, author of Ballerina: Sex, Scandal and Suffering, discusses the dark history of ballet, from King Louis XIV's influence to female pioneers embracing sexuality. Topics include exploitation, patronage system, Kamargo's innovations, tragic fates of ballerinas, and struggles faced by dancers in terms of finances, job instability, and societal challenges.
