The Tale of Tutus

Soundcheck | Jan 3, 2011

Ballet - a true storytellers art - is enjoying a moment in the spotlight. Yet few know the origins of a practice that is more than 400 years old. Dancer and historian Jennifer Homans joins us to explore the story of ballet from its Renaissance beginnings -- to her predictions for ballet’s continued life in the 21st century. Her recent book, "Apollo’s Angels," was named one of The New York Times Book Review’s 10 Best Books of 2010.

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