We have been fascinated to learn about Baldassare Castiglione, the courtier on whom our programme 'The European Courtier' is based, and hope to manifest some of the attributes he recommends in a courtier: "To dance well without over nimble footings…
For there is none of you so mean and base, that hath not noble luster in your eyes.I see you stand like greyhounds in the slips, straining upon the start. The game’s afoot. William Shakespeare, Henry V, Act 3, Scene…
The Virtues of DanceIn every dance, of a most ancient custom, there danceth together a man and a woman, holding each other by the hand or the arm, which betokeneth concord. Now it behoveth the dancers and also the beholders…
Rise and shine this beautiful morning, An Elizabethan dancing day is dawning; Whilst you lay upon your mattress, Our performers they do practice; For a pittance from your purse, We'll entertain with song and verse And with dance and music…
Pavane? Galliard? Almaine? What are these curious dance forms? Would you or a friend like to know more? Discover the art of dance in the courts of the Renaissance. Our four-week introductory sessions are being held in June, during the…
“Welcome, gentlemen! ladies that have their toes unplagued with corns will have a bout with you. Ah ha, my mistresses! which of you all will now deny to dance? Come, musicians, play. A hall, a hall! give room! and foot…
The Courtly Arts Performers of Victoria incorporates the groups of the Early Arts Guild of Victoria; the Early Music Consort of Melbourne and the Ripponlea Renaissance and Baroque Dancers. You can see us above with our patron, the illustrious Helga…