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===Opera=== | ===Opera=== | ||
Opera has long been a form of "state theater" in southern [[Levantia]] and thus its themes are often to serve the glorification of the state and its leaders. In the mid-20th century this changed | Opera ([[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: theatre d'Opera), has long been a form of "state theater" in southern [[Levantia]]. The building of Opera houses both national and municipal was seen by many early modern rulers as a form of public service and welfare. Opera was first formally performed in the Duchy of Verecundia in [[1597]] and picked up as an [[Holy Levantine Empire|Imperial]] preference in the mid 17th century. Princlings all across the [[Holy Levantine Empire|Empire]] took up, to varying degrees, the clarion call to develop Opera Houses and Opera companies. The Duchies of Marialanus, Martilles, Faramount, and Bourgondia were prime examples of state centric opera development. | ||
This form of theater has long been integral to the cultural scene of the [[Burgoignesc Metropole]]. Opera has long been a form of "state theater" in southern [[Levantia]] and thus its themes are often to serve the glorification of the state and its leaders. In the mid-20th century this changed | |||
Ballet has been a part of the global Burgundian brand since the 1970s. Following the Second Great War the war weary Burgundians sought to define Burgundie by other means instead of by its centuries of military intervention. Ballet was an obvious choice as it demonstrated the poise and grace of Burgundian high society but also the potential explosive power of its working classes. Some enterprising ballet dancers petitioned for the Imperial Burgundian Ballet School to be opened in Urceopolis, Urcea, and in 1968 it was granted a charter by the Urcean and Imperial crown. The prowess and finesse of the Burgundian dancers was soon recognized beyond Urcea. Touring companies were created to bring the fine arts of Burgundie to the world. Ballet companies were paired with orchestras, theater troupes, and art exhibitions. These “culture fleets” tour the world to this day ensuring that Burgundie is synonymous with high culture the world over. | |||
==Music== | ==Music== | ||