Théâtre de l'Académie Royale de Musique Essays

allowed women to perform in his theatre, the Palais Royale in Paris, though their heavier wardrobe limited their movement range and technique as compared to men performing in those days. While the men of the late Renaissance became obsessed with correct teaching of dance and being the one in charge, “women began to assume the roles of stars- glamorous brilliant dancers who won the acclaim of growing audiences” (History, 76). These talented women included Marie Anne de Camargo, Marie Salle, and Francoise