Day 2

I couldn't help but notice how much ballet technique is actually used in the movements of the mudras we learned. Technique, such as keeping back straight, butt not sticking out, turned out feet, in some instances, was used to achieve proper stature during the mudra. My own personal knowledge indicates that Ballet originated in Europe. However, in running a quick search on the internet, conflicting sources also state that Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire may have been the origin of ballet as we know it. It would make sense if ancient cultures exchanged forms of dance in such a way that Ballet and Classical Indian dance have shared origins. Though not the best example, I think this is still one way that shows how many aspects of culture and behavior are more universal than many would like to believe.