Every holiday season, stages around the world come alive with twinkling lights, dancing snowflakes, and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable melodies. The Nutcracker is more than just a ballet — it’s a timeless celebration of imagination, artistry, and the magic of movement.

But where did this enchanting tradition begin? Let’s step back in time.

We all know that ballet is a beautiful art, practicing it as a form of exercise brings you closer to explore your own artistry, inspires aspiration, overall harmony as well as a sence of confidence. Let’s take a closer look into a brief ballet history and the origins of ballet, from the 15th-century Italian renaissance courts to what ballet dance looks like in the 21st century.