Barrez, Hippolyte
(1795–1868)> DANCER
Barrez, Hippolyte (28 November 1795, Paris; December 1868, Paris), dancer, received his first instruction in ballet from Antoine Coulon . Although his teacher held the rank of premier danseur at the Opéra, Barrez left Paris to tour the provinces. He had engagements at Lyon and Bordeaux, where he was very successful, and he was offered the position of premier danseur at the Grand Theatre in the latter city. He accepted and remained at the Grand for six years. News of Barrez’ accomplishments…